Corporate (Venture Capital & M&A) Associate

Corporate Associate (Venture Capital & M&A) – New York

• Vacancy: Corporate Associate (Venture Capital & M&A)
• Experience: 2 to 4 years
• Firm: Top 40 Am Law Firm
• Location: New York City

We are working with a leading international law firm that is seeking a Corporate Associate with 2-4 years of law firm experience specializing in Venture Capital and Mergers & Acquisitions to join its New York office. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile transactions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on venture capital transactions and mergers & acquisitions
• Draft and review transaction documents, lead negotiations, and manage deals
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide strategic legal counsel

Ideal Candidate

• 2-4 years of corporate law experience in venture capital and M&A
• Superior academic credentials from an ABA-accredited law school
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Admission to the New York Bar

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $235,000 – $310,000 based on experience and year classification
• Discretionary merit bonuses based on performance
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Monthly wellness reimbursements
  • 24/7 emotional and behavioural health support, including virtual counselling
  • Family-building benefits such as IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing
  • Paid parental leave and parenting support concierge
  • In-home and back-up childcare options
  • Career coaching for working parents and tutoring/college coach for older children
  • 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions
  • Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance options
  • Firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues

Why Join?

This role offers the chance to work with a premier firm, advising on sophisticated transactions in venture capital and M&A. The firm is known for its collaborative culture and commitment to work‑life balance, providing attorneys with robust resources for both professional development and personal well‑being.

Location: New York City, NY