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McGuireWoods LLP
Senior Corporate & Private Equity Associate
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An Investment Banking Partner is a high level finance manager or executive who is highly compensated by being given a share of the firms profits. Directs and plans investment activities.
$201,254 / year median in California
+10% projected growth
Job Description
McGuireWoods is seeking an associate to join its Corporate and Private Equity practice and support a nationally recognized deal team advising private equity funds, independent sponsors, family offices, portfolio companies and strategic investors. This role is designed for an associate with five to seven years of acquisitions experience who is ready to take meaningful responsibility on sophisticated transactions and work directly with clients and senior lawyers.
Shape the Future of Private Equity at a Firm That Invests in YoursAt McGuireWoods, private equity lawyers do more than execute transactions. They help clients identify opportunities, evaluate risk, navigate complex deal dynamics and connect with investors, operators and other strategic relationships across an extensive national network. The firm's Private Equity Transactions Practice Group has represented more than 200 private equity firms and portfolio companies over the past five years, with particular depth in healthcare private equity and independent sponsor transactions.
The OpportunityThis is an opportunity to join a sophisticated national platform with an entrepreneurial approach to client service. You will help quarterback transactions, manage workstreams, coordinate with clients and opposing counsel, and contribute to the strategic judgment that drives successful outcomes.
The role will involve platform acquisitions, add-on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, minority investments, exits and other complex corporate transactions, as well as governance and investor-relations matters arising from investment activity.
The ideal candidate will have five to seven years of experience handling acquisitions for private equity funds and related investors, with demonstrated ability to manage key aspects of transactions independently. Candidates should have strong drafting and negotiation skills, sound business judgment, excellent communication skills, a collaborative approach and an interest in using innovative technology, including Harvey AI, to improve legal service delivery.
Why McGuireWoodsMcGuireWoods is one of the world's leading law firms and has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. The firm offers excellent benefits, a competitive salary, hours and merit bonus opportunities, billable hours credit for pro bono work, and a hybrid remote option that supports flexibility and work-life balance.
This is a chance to join a large national platform with deep private equity relationships and a culture that values initiative, collaboration and forward-thinking lawyering. If you are ready to elevate your practice with a team that matches your ambition, we invite you to apply. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.
Shape the Future of Private Equity at a Firm That Invests in YoursAt McGuireWoods, private equity lawyers do more than execute transactions. They help clients identify opportunities, evaluate risk, navigate complex deal dynamics and connect with investors, operators and other strategic relationships across an extensive national network. The firm's Private Equity Transactions Practice Group has represented more than 200 private equity firms and portfolio companies over the past five years, with particular depth in healthcare private equity and independent sponsor transactions.
The OpportunityThis is an opportunity to join a sophisticated national platform with an entrepreneurial approach to client service. You will help quarterback transactions, manage workstreams, coordinate with clients and opposing counsel, and contribute to the strategic judgment that drives successful outcomes.
The role will involve platform acquisitions, add-on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, minority investments, exits and other complex corporate transactions, as well as governance and investor-relations matters arising from investment activity.
The ideal candidate will have five to seven years of experience handling acquisitions for private equity funds and related investors, with demonstrated ability to manage key aspects of transactions independently. Candidates should have strong drafting and negotiation skills, sound business judgment, excellent communication skills, a collaborative approach and an interest in using innovative technology, including Harvey AI, to improve legal service delivery.
Why McGuireWoodsMcGuireWoods is one of the world's leading law firms and has provided legal solutions to corporate, individual and nonprofit clients since 1834. The firm offers excellent benefits, a competitive salary, hours and merit bonus opportunities, billable hours credit for pro bono work, and a hybrid remote option that supports flexibility and work-life balance.
This is a chance to join a large national platform with deep private equity relationships and a culture that values initiative, collaboration and forward-thinking lawyering. If you are ready to elevate your practice with a team that matches your ambition, we invite you to apply. Our Applicant Disclosures describe your rights. Our Privacy Statement describes how we will process and safeguard your personal data.