Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Associate Attorney

Job overview

The Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Associate Attorney role is hybrid, with at least three days per week in the office; Stamford, CT is one of the listed locations. Compensation is $365,000–$420,000 per year, commensurate with experience and location. The role is with a prominent full-service law firm on a national platform. The associate advises on mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, and related corporate and securities matters, managing transaction work and client relationships through the investment lifecycle.

What you'll do

• Draft, review, and negotiate acquisition agreements and related transaction documents
• support private equity sponsors and portfolio companies through acquisitions, governance, and exits
• advise on middle-market deal structures and corporate and securities matters
• manage transaction workflows
• collaborate with internal teams and clients
• provide clear, business-minded legal advice.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

mergers & acquisitions attorney

securities associate

direct counsel

stamford ct

hybrid

full-time

corporate law

private equity

acquisition agreements

transaction documents

middle-market deals

j.d.

$365k–$420k

three office days

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Collegial culture, meaningful client exposure, professional growth and advancement opportunities.

Why this role

Requires 5–7 years of corporate M&A and private equity transaction experience; hybrid schedule requires at least three office days per week.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.