Private Equity Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Private Equity Attorney in Santa Monica, CA. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in private equity and mergers & acquisitions, with strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate purchase and merger agreements.
• Prepare LLC and LP agreements and ancillary transaction documents.
• Meet day-to-day requirements of private equity fund and portfolio company clients.
• Collaborate with client business teams in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of private equity and M&A experience.
• Excellent drafting, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Prior large firm experience with private equity sponsors.
• Excellent academic credentials required.
• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.
• Strong project management skills.
• Good business and strategic judgment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care benefits.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time per year.
• Ten paid holidays annually.