M&A / Private Equity Associate

About the Role

Join a collaborative corporate practice as a mid-level associate focused on mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, and general corporate work. You will run deals from due diligence through closing and work directly with clients alongside partners in a lean team.

What You'll Do

• Manage M&A transactions end to end, from due diligence through closing.

• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, merger agreements, financing documents, and other transactional materials.

• Coordinate due diligence processes across transactions and support private equity sponsors and portfolio companies throughout the investment lifecycle.

• Advise clients on general corporate matters, including entity formation, corporate structuring, and ongoing business needs.

• Work closely with partners and take on meaningful client-facing responsibilities.

What We're Looking For

• Juris Doctor degree and 4 to 8 years of M&A and private equity transactional experience at a law firm.

• Experience independently running M&A deals, including managing due diligence and drafting and negotiating purchase or merger agreements.

• Background working on private equity-sponsored transactions and advising clients directly.

• Missouri law license, or willingness to obtain one. Illinois licensure is also relevant.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters and client relationships.

• Additional experience with general corporate work, debt financings, equity structuring, or cross-border transactions is useful.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary range: $205,000 to $285,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

On-site in St. Louis, Missouri, with four days per week in the office. Chicago, Illinois may also be considered.