Corporate M&A Associate Attorney

Corporate M&A Associate Attorney

Join a top-ranked AmLaw 100 law firm in Philadelphia as a Corporate M&A Associate Attorney. This position offers the chance to engage in high-profile transactions within a dynamic team setting. Ideal for driven, ambitious professionals with five or more years of experience in business and transactional law focused on M&A, who are seeking substantial professional growth and direct client interaction. Enjoy a supportive environment where your skills in drafting, negotiation and strategic planning are both challenged and honed.

Salary: $230,000.00 - $390,000.00 per year

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft and negotiate complex legal documents for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other high-level commercial transactions.
• Offer strategic advice to clients, managing relationships to ensure satisfaction and successful transaction outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with senior attorneys and other team members to advance the goals of the practice while fostering an environment of professional growth and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in client meetings and calls to discuss and plan transaction strategies and progress.
• Research and stay informed about industry trends and legal changes related to corporate and transactional law to enhance practice’s effectiveness.
• Contribute to firm-wide initiatives and business development efforts designed to strengthen client services and firm market presence.

Minimum Position Qualifications:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record required.
• Active membership in the Pennsylvania Bar.
• Minimum of 5 years of substantive experience in M&A, joint ventures, and complex commercial transactions.
• Proven track record of success in a legal firm environment, accompanied by a portfolio of transactional accomplishments.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work as part of a team, showing strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage simultaneous projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working directly with clients and managing substantial caseloads independently.
• Advanced certification or continued legal education in corporate law or similar fields.
• Prior roles that demonstrate leadership or significant initiative in process improvement within a corporate legal setting.
• Experience in cross-border transactions, which may include regulatory compliance and multi-jurisdictional legal challenges.
• Recognizable contribution to legal publications or speaking engagements within the field of business law.

Skills:

• Expertise in legal software and document management systems.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Highly developed organizational and time management skills.
• Superior research and legal writing abilities.
• Strong proficiency in conducting negotiations and mediating disputes.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary aligned with industry standards and experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with firm matching.
• Generous paid time off and holiday leave.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.