Senior Corporate M & A Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is representing a well-known Am Law 100 firm seeking a Senior Corporate Associate (Mergers & Acquisitions) for its Fort Lauderdale or Tampa office.

Position: Senior Associate – Corporate (M&A)
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL or Tampa, FL (Onsite)
Compensation: Competitive, based on experience, with full benefits package.

Position Summary:
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior-level associate (6–8+ years) to join a leading Corporate Practice focused on Mergers and Acquisitions. The ideal candidate will manage sophisticated transactions, lead deal teams, and work directly with clients across a wide range of industries including healthcare, technology, infrastructure, insurance, education, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, and financial services. This role is well-suited for attorneys who thrive in high-stakes environments and excel at balancing strategic business and legal considerations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead M&A transactions from inception to closing, including structuring, negotiation, and execution.

• Serve as primary client contact, providing legal and strategic guidance.

• Supervise and mentor junior associates and paralegals.

• Collaborate with tax, regulatory, IP, and finance specialists to address complex transactional matters.

• Draft and negotiate principal transaction agreements.

• Manage post-closing issues such as purchase price adjustments, integration, and disputes.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

• Admission to the Florida Bar.

• 6–8+ years of corporate transactional experience, with a strong focus on M&A.

• Proven ability to independently manage all phases of transactions.

• Excellent leadership, client management, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cross-border or multi-jurisdictional transactions.

• Representation of private equity funds and portfolio companies.

• Established professional network in the South Florida market.

Application Materials:
Resume and law school transcript(s) required.