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Corporate Transactions Associate Attorney

Wealth Recruitment, LLCChicago, IL

$310,000 - $390,000 / year

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Job Description

We are seeking a talented and motivated M&A Associate to join our dynamic corporate practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in transactional work, excellent client-facing skills, and the ability to manage complex deals from start to finish. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with leading public and private companies, private equity clients, and cross-disciplinary teams on high-profile transactions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support all aspects of M&A transactions, from structuring and due diligence to negotiation and closing.
  • Draft and review transactional documents, including purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and related contracts.
  • Work closely with tax, regulatory, and corporate governance teams to ensure integrated, strategic advice.
  • Provide business-oriented legal counsel across industries on corporate and commercial matters.
  • Play a proactive role in client relationship management and contribute to business development initiatives.

Requirements

Candidate Profile

  • Education: JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
  • Credentials: Active Bar Admission in the appropriate jurisdiction.
  • Experience: 4–6 years of substantive M&A experience, representing public and private companies as well as private equity clients.
  • Expertise:
    • Proven ability to manage and execute complex transactional matters.
    • Experience in carve-outs, securities offerings, restructurings, joint ventures, and spinoffs.
    • Background in the health care industry is a strong plus.
  • Skills:
    • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical abilities.
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative and client-focused mindset.
    • Demonstrated capacity to lead projects and mentor junior team members.

Benefits

You’ll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values excellence, innovation, and growth. We offer a platform to work on complex, high-impact transactions with some of the most respected clients in the market—all while fostering your professional development in a supportive environment.

Salary: $310K - $390K

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