Corporate Associate – M&A and Venture Capital

Job overview

The Corporate Associate – M&A and Venture Capital role is hybrid, with location flexibility across the listed offices, including West Palm Beach, FL. Compensation varies by location: the posting lists $235,000–$265,000 for Boston, $240,000–$270,000 for Washington, DC and New York, and $215,000–$245,000 for New Jersey; it does not specify a range for West Palm Beach. Direct Counsel represents a leading law firm hiring for its Corporate/M&A practice. The associate handles corporate transactions and advises companies and investors, managing deal work from due diligence through closing. The role includes direct client and partner interaction and increasing responsibility for routine matters.

What you'll do

• Handle mid-market M&A transactions
• draft and negotiate stock and asset purchase agreements and related documents
• advise on venture capital transactions and deal structures
• manage due diligence and support closings
• advise private companies, investors, and portfolio companies on corporate matters
• handle entity formation, governance, commercial agreements, and corporate transactions
• work directly with clients and partners.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

corporate associate

m&a

venture capital

corporate transactions

due diligence

client-facing

hybrid

west palm beach fl

direct counsel

4–6 years experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• A discretionary performance bonus may be available.

Why this role

The posting lists multiple office locations and location flexibility; compensation varies by location.

About the employer

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