Corporate Associate – M&A & Emerging Companies

Corporate Associate – M&A & Emerging Companies (Washington, DC / Northern Virginia)

An elite law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate (2–4 years PQE) to join its Corporate & Securities team, based in Washington, DC or Northern Virginia. This opportunity offers high-level exposure to M&A transactions, emerging companies, and venture capital (ECVC) financings, working across technology, healthcare, financial services, and communications industries.

About the Practice
The team is widely recognized for excellence in M&A (Top 20 global advisor, 800+ deals totaling $450B in the past five years) and venture capital (Top 6 globally for VC financings and investor representation). Associates gain hands-on experience with startups, growth companies, funds, and strategic investors, spanning the full corporate lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on M&A transactions, venture financings, and general corporate governance

• Draft and negotiate merger agreements, purchase agreements, financing documents, and ancillary contracts

• Support high-growth companies from startup through IPO or exit

• Lead due diligence and coordinate with clients, partners, and specialist teams on complex transactions

Who You Are

• 2–4 years’ experience in corporate transactional work (M&A, VC, or general corporate) at a leading firm

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and project management skills

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school; admitted (or eligible) in DC or Virginia

• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with strong client service skills

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $235,000 – $310,000 (DOE)
Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, retirement plans, and parental leave
Structured career development with significant client-facing responsibility

📩 To apply or learn more confidentially, contact Freddie at freddie@thepeopleof.co.uk.

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