Private Equity Associate / Counsel

Job overview

The Private Equity Associate / Counsel role is listed in San Francisco, CA, with additional locations in Boston, New York, and Philadelphia. The posting describes an AmLaw firm position but does not specify whether the arrangement is onsite, hybrid, or remote. Compensation is $260,000–$350,000 per year. The role joins a Private Equity group advising sponsors and portfolio companies. The associate supports private equity and corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, growth equity, recapitalizations, and venture capital financings. The work contributes to deal execution through drafting, negotiation, due diligence, and direct coordination with clients and internal practice groups.

What you'll do

• Represent private equity sponsors and portfolio companies in M&A, leveraged buyouts, growth equity, and recapitalization transactions
• draft and negotiate purchase, merger, investor rights, and equity documents
• lead portions of deal execution
• coordinate due diligence
• liaise with clients, counterparties, and internal practice groups
• support venture capital financings and exits.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

private equity associate

corporate transactions

m&a

leveraged buyouts

growth equity

venture capital

san francisco ca

boston

new york

philadelphia

salary $260k–$350k

optimum results staffing

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting lists Boston, New York, Philadelphia, and San Francisco and describes high-visibility work with partner interaction and hands-on transaction experience.

About the employer

Optimum Results Staffing is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.