Senior Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions Associate for its Fort Lauderdale office. This full-time position offers the opportunity to manage sophisticated transactions and work directly with clients across various industries. The role is ideal for candidates who excel in leading deal teams and strategic initiatives.

Duties

• Lead M&A transactions from inception to closing, including structuring, negotiation, and execution.
• Serve as primary contact for clients, advising on legal, strategic, and business considerations.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals in all phases of deal work.
• Coordinate with specialists in tax, regulatory, IP, and finance to address complex transactional issues.
• Handle high-stakes negotiations and draft principal transaction agreements.
• Manage post-closing matters, including purchase price adjustments, integration issues, and dispute resolution.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar.
• 6-8+ years of corporate transactional experience, with a strong focus on M&A, at a leading law firm.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage all aspects of a transaction.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client management skills.

Preferred qualifications

• Significant experience with cross-border and multi-jurisdictional transactions.
• Prior representation of private equity funds and portfolio companies.
• Strong network of business contacts in the South Florida market.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Leadership and team management.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Client relationship management.

Benefits

• Access to high-caliber work with the resources of an international firm.
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values initiative and client service.
• Opportunities for career growth and cross-office collaboration.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
801 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900
Miami
Florida
United States 33131
Phone : (305) 570-3575
Fax : (213) 895-7306