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Associate - Private Equity

Fintelligent Search, New York, NY, United States


Private Equity Associate

Placed by Fintelligent on behalf of a leading global law firm

3–5 years PQE New York, NYPrivate EquityNY Bar required

About the role Fintelligent is partnering with a highly regarded global law firm to place a mid-level Private Equity Associate within their New York office. This is an outstanding opportunity for a self-driven attorney with a strong PE transactions background to take on meaningful responsibility, work directly with sophisticated clients, and develop as a dealmaker within a market-leading practice.

What you’ll do

Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents including purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and financing documents

Conduct thorough due diligence and legal research across a range of investment opportunities and deal structures

Advise clients on regulatory compliance matters arising in private equity transactions

Assist in the structuring and formation of private equity funds

Provide ongoing counsel on corporate transactions, corporate governance, and securities regulations

Collaborate across practice groups to ensure seamless transaction execution

Lead discrete workstreams independently and manage deal processes end-to-end

Supervise junior colleagues and actively contribute to their professional development

Track industry trends, legal developments, and evolving best practices in private equity law

What we’re looking for

3–5 years of experience at a large law firm focused on private equity transactions

Proven track record representing private equity sponsors in acquisitions, dispositions, and financings

Experience advising both private equity and strategic investors

Strong grasp of corporate governance and securities compliance in the context of PE deals

Familiarity with legal AI tools and platforms as applied to corporate transactions

Excellent legal writing, negotiation, and analytical skills

Ability to self-manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

J.D. from an accredited law school with a strong academic record

Active admission to the New York Bar in good standing

How to apply Please submit your CV, a cover letter, deal sheet, and law school transcript via Fintelligent. All materials will be handled in strict confidence.

Compensation Compensation is competitive and in line with large law firm market rates for New York. Full details will be provided at the appropriate stage of the process.

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