Counsel - Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity

$470,000

New York, United StatesFull-timePosted Jul 23, 2026

Against the New York City typical range

Job description

Of Counsel | Corporate M&A / Private Equity | New York Our AmLaw 100 client is hiring an Of Counsel to drive sponsor-side and strategic M&A from New York. Expect direct client access, complex deal work, and room to run on a national platform with deep private equity bench strength.

Role Summary

Lead and advise on acquisitions, dispositions, minority investments, and related corporate transactions for PE funds and portfolio companies, as well as strategic buyers and sellers. Own drafting across the deal stack, manage timelines and workstreams, and steer negotiations with counterparties. Serve as day-to-day contact for clients; handle general corporate matters as needed.

Candidate Profile Class years 2015+ or current Of Counsel. Significant M&A experience from a top firm. Strong command of market terms and corporate law; proven deal management and drafting skills. Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in business development; comfortable operating with autonomy. Why This Role High-impact seat on a leading M&A and private equity platform with sophisticated matters and cross-office collaboration.

Real client ownership and independence from day one. Competitive compensation: base expected at $470,000+ plus discretionary performance bonus, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, paid time off, parental leave, basic life insurance, and FSAs. Location: New York. Call to Action Qualified candidates: share a resume or reach out for a confidential discussion.

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