Quick overview
Job description
About the Role
Join a collaborative corporate services team as a mid-level M&A and private equity associate. You will lead transactions from due diligence through closing while also advising clients on general corporate matters and working closely with partners.
What You'll Do
Run M&A transactions end to end, from due diligence through closing.
Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, merger agreements, financing documents, and other transaction documents.
Manage due diligence processes across transactions.
Advise clients on entity formation, corporate structuring, compliance, and ongoing corporate matters.
Support private equity sponsors and portfolio companies throughout the investment lifecycle.
Work directly with clients and partners in a lean team environment.
What We're Looking For
Juris Doctor degree and 4 to 8 years of M&A or private equity transactional experience at a law firm.
Experience independently running M&A deals end to end, including private equity-sponsored transactions and due diligence.
Experience drafting and negotiating purchase and merger agreements.
Admission to practice in Missouri, or willingness to obtain admission.
Ability to manage multiple matters and client relationships with strong attention to detail.
General corporate experience, such as formations, entity structuring, or compliance, is valuable. Experience with debt financings, equity structuring, or cross-border transactions is also relevant.
U.S. work authorization is required. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary range: $205,000 to $285,000 annually.
Location
On-site in St. Louis, Missouri, with an expectation of working in the office four days per week. Chicago-based candidates with ties to Missouri may also be considered.