Legal Assistant

Job Title
:
Corporate Senior Associate M&A Attorney
Location
: NJ
Job Description
:
A leading law firm is seeking a Corporate Senior Associate M&A Attorney with a minimum of 5+ years of sophisticated experience in M&A transactions, corporate governance, or related areas, ideally gained from a reputable Big Law firm. The successful candidate will play a key role in advising clients on complex M&A transactions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, and providing strategic legal counsel.

This role involves close collaboration with the firm's corporate team and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a well-regarded and supportive environment.
Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice and counsel to clients on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, including business formations, governance, compliance, contracts, and transactions.
• Guide clients through all phases of M&A transactions, from initial due diligence to post-closing integration
  .
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of M&A-related agreements, such as purchase agreements
  , shareholder agreements
  , and merger agreements
  .
• Oversee and manage transaction documents, maintaining comprehensive records of all legal documents and correspondence.
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their strategic objectives and align legal advice with their business goals.
• Work in tandem with internal teams and partners to deliver cohesive legal services to clients.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the New Jersey Bar (NY Bar admission is a plus).
• Minimum of 5+ years of sophisticated experience in corporate, commercial law, and M&A, preferably with a background in a reputable Big Law firm.
• Strong skills in negotiation
  , drafting
  , and communication
  .
• Self-starter with strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong commercial/business acumen with a knack for providing creative and pragmatic solutions
  .
• Interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Team player capable of effective collaboration and leadership when required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and various accounting and document management software.

Perks and Benefits :

• Competitive Salary with a Comprehensive Benefits Package
  .
• Opportunities for professional growth and development within a respected law firm.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment that values and recognizes individual contributions.
• Participation in the firm's philanthropic initiatives
  , allowing for a positive impact beyond legal work.
• Opportunity to make a substantial impact within the firm and work closely with an esteemed client base.