Mergers & Acquisitions Associate 4-6th Year

Mergers & Acquisitions Associate – Atlanta, GA

A leading Am Law 100 firm is seeking a talented mid-level M&A Associate (4–6 years’ experience) to join its nationally recognized Corporate & M&A practice in Atlanta. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile, sophisticated private equity and M&A transactions within a collaborative and globally integrated team.

The ideal candidate will have experience with:

• Managing complex M&A projects, timelines, and deal execution

• Drafting and negotiating equity and asset purchase agreements, along with ancillary documents

• Conducting and summarizing legal due diligence for private equity and private target M&A deals

• Collaborating with clients, investment bankers, and other advisors on strategic transactions

• Delivering clear, actionable advice with excellent written and oral communication skills

What’s on offer:

• The chance to work with a fully integrated international platform serving clients across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia

• Exposure to sophisticated, industry-shaping M&A work with leading private equity sponsors and corporations

• A supportive, collaborative culture that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, flexible PTO, and parental leave

What we’re looking for:

• A strong academic background (JD required, with excellent law school credentials)

• Admission to the Georgia Bar (or eligibility to waive in)

• 4–6 years of substantive experience at a top-tier law firm in M&A and/or corporate transactions

• Exceptional attention to detail, ownership mentality, and a strong work ethic

📩 Application Process:
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please submit the following for consideration:

• Your resume

• A copy of your law school transcript

• Your deal sheet

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