Sr. Associate Attorney - Corporate (Mergers & Acquisitions/Private Equity)

Locations: Century City, CA

Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking an experienced Corporate Associate Attorney to join their highly-regarded Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Private Equity practice in their Century City office. This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior-level associate to play a lead role in complex, high-value transactions alongside a nationally recognized corporate team.

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.

• Active Bar Admission in California.

• 5+ years of substantive experience in M&A and/or private equity transactions.

• Significant experience advising public and private companies, private equity sponsors, and portfolio companies in strategic transactions, including leveraged buyouts, joint ventures, divestitures, and recapitalizations.

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills across all aspects of M&A deal documentation, including stock and asset purchase agreements, merger agreements, and disclosure schedules.

• Proven ability to lead deal teams, manage junior associates, and serve as a direct point of contact with clients.

• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a practical, business-oriented approach to counseling clients.

• Advise clients through the full lifecycle of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.

• Lead transaction management and execution, including due diligence, drafting and negotiating definitive agreements, and overseeing closings.

• Collaborate with attorneys across practices such as tax, finance, and employment to deliver integrated solutions.

• Support private equity sponsors on investment structures, exit strategies, and portfolio company governance.

• Maintain and build strong client relationships through proactive and strategic legal counsel.

This is a rare opportunity to join a prominent corporate practice at the senior associate level with clear pathways for advancement. The firm is deeply committed to excellence, innovation, and professional development, offering a sophisticated platform and a collaborative environment where senior associates are empowered to lead deals and mentor junior colleagues. You'll work on high-profile, market-shaping transactions for some of the most respected names in private equity and corporate America.

Compensation is highly competitive and tailored to experience, market location, and performance, with generous benefits that include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, wellness programs, and paid time off.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a copy of their law school transcript.