M&A/Private Equity Associate

ABOUT THE ROLE Join a corporate transactions team as a mid-level M&A and private equity associate. You will lead deals from due diligence through closing while also advising clients on general corporate matters. WHAT YOU'LL DO - Run mergers and acquisitions from initial due diligence through closing. - Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, merger agreements, financing documents, and other transactional materials. - Manage due diligence processes across transactions. - Advise clients on entity formation, corporate structuring, and ongoing corporate matters. - Work closely with partners and take an active role in client relationships. - Support private equity sponsors and portfolio companies throughout the investment lifecycle. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - Four to eight years of M&A and private equity transactional experience at a law firm, with the ability to independently run deals. - Juris Doctor degree and law firm experience managing multiple client matters. - Experience with private equity-sponsored transactions, due diligence, and transaction documentation. - Experience drafting and negotiating purchase and merger agreements. - Licensed to practice law in Missouri, or willing to obtain Missouri admission. - Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously. - General corporate experience, such as entity formation and structuring; experience with debt financing, equity structuring, or cross-border transactions is also relevant. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Base salary range: $205,000 to $285,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available. LOCATION On-site in St. Louis, Missouri, with an expectation of four days per week in the office. Chicago-based candidates with Missouri ties may also be considered.