M&A Associate
- LocationNew York
- Work typeOn-site
- Salary310k to 420k USD a year
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted5 November 2026
- SourceHerbert Smith Freehills's careers page (Workday)
Live checkFirst seen 4 days ago; still listed on Herbert Smith Freehills's careers page 1 h ago.
Posted beforeRoleFinder first saw this role on 17 October 2026, 18 days before this listing. Reposts are often real openings that took long to fill.
At a glance
- Experience4+ years
- VisaRight to work required
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About the role
The Opportunity
Our New York office is looking to hire a fourth – seventh year M&A/PE associate with big law experience. The role involves working on acquisitions, divestitures and joint ventures for private equity funds, institutional investors and strategic companies. Ideal candidates should have experience leading transactions, drafting definitive agreements, and managing all aspects of a deal. Applicants must be admitted to the New York Bar.
We are committed to attracting the most talented people and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values – Human, Bold, and Outstanding.
Compensation:
Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience and salary range is $310,000 – $420,000.
Team
Corporate
Working Pattern
Full time
Location
New York
Contract type
Permanent Contract
We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is an equal opportunity employer. The firm is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience, and unique perspectives. The firm does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical handicap or disability, age, citizenship status, alienage, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression or any other criteria prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.
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