Corporate Associate – Mid-Level to Senior (M&A / Emerging Companies & Venture Capital)

Corporate Associate – Mid-Level to Senior (M&A / Emerging Companies & Venture Capital)

Location: San Francisco, CA or Seattle, WA
Practice Area: Corporate & Finance / M&A / Emerging Companies & Venture Capital
Position Type: Associate (Class Years 2018–2022)

A top-tier international law firm is seeking mid-level to senior associates to join its Corporate & Finance practice in either San Francisco or Seattle. This opportunity offers exposure to sophisticated transactional work with founders, investors, and high-growth companies at every stage of the corporate life cycle.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise clients on M&A and emerging companies/venture capital (EC/VC) transactions

  • Draft and negotiate complex transaction documents and related agreements

  • Manage elements of deals independently while collaborating closely with partners and clients

  • Provide strategic counsel to founders and investors across industries

  • Participate in a supportive and team-oriented practice with strong mentorship and partner access

Qualifications:

  • 3–7 years of corporate transactional experience, with a focus on M&A and EC/VC work

  • Proven ability to manage multiple deal components

  • Strong drafting, negotiating, and client communication skills

  • Team-oriented mindset with entrepreneurial drive

  • Licensed, or eligible to become licensed, in California or Washington

  • Excellent academic credentials

Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $260,000 – $420,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The firm also provides a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative environment designed to support long-term career growth.

Interested?

If you’d like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Freddie at freddie@thepeopleof.co.uk with your resume and a brief expression of interest.

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Salary:
$260-420K

Location:
California

Discipline:
Corporate

Job Code:
Corporate Associate – Mid-Level to Senior (M&A / Emerging Companies & Venture Capital)