Retail Options, Executive Search
M&A (Private Equity) Senior Associate or Of Counsel
- directions_car Dallas
- work Full-time
About the position
A highly regarded corporate legal team is seeking an experienced attorney (5+ years) to join its Mergers & Acquisitions (Private Equity) practice in Dallas. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with private equity firms and their portfolio companies, handling complex transactions, leveraged buyouts, and equity investments in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise private equity firms and portfolio companies on M&A, leveraged buyouts, and corporate transactions
- Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, merger documents, LLC and LP agreements, and other transaction-related contracts
- Counsel clients on incentive equity structures, co-investment arrangements, and principal terms
- Provide strategic guidance on private equity fund structures and documentation
- Manage transaction workflow, due diligence, and closing processes
Qualifications:
- JD from an ABA-accredited law school, with top academic credentials
- 5+ years of experience advising private equity firms on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate finance transactions
- Licensed in Texas or eligible for admission
- Strong negotiation, drafting, and client advisory skills
- Experience in management equity arrangements and PE fund structures is a plus
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary range: $325,000 - $375,000, based on experience and role level (Senior Associate or Of Counsel)
- Comprehensive benefits, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid parental leave (up to 15 weeks)
- Flexible time off and paid holidays
- Professional development and relocation support (where applicable)
This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile private equity transactions, collaborating with a team of top-tier M&A attorneys in a fast-paced, deal-driven practice.
Place of work
Dallas
United States of America
About the company
Relentless Talent Solutions, Powered by Innovation
We take a non-stop approach to talent acquisition by leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, social media, a database of over 7 million candidates, and a team of recruiters spanning the United States, the Caribbean, and Canada.
In today’s shrinking talent pool, speed is critical—and that’s where we come in. As a boutique firm with a broad reach, we manage the entire hiring journey—from the first conversation to the moment your new hire walks through your door.
What Sets Us Apart
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Discreet & Strategic: From confidential searches to special projects, we handle sensitive assignments with professionalism and precision.
End-to-End Partnership: Our team acts as an extension of your company, fully immersing ourselves in your business culture and hiring needs.
Our Core Values
We Build Long-Term Relationships
We go beyond transactions to foster genuine, lasting partnerships.
We Are an Extension of Your Team
We invest the time to understand your goals, culture, and hiring challenges.
We Move Fast—And Smart
We deliver top-tier candidates swiftly and efficiently—the first time.
We Focus on Quality, Not Quantity
You receive carefully vetted talent, not stacks of résumés.
We Handle Every Detail
Reference checks? Already done. Every candidate we present is fully vetted and ready for the next step.
Relevant places near
- Irving
- Grand Prairie
- Mesquite
- Richardson
- Duncanville
- Farmers Branch
- Balch Springs
- University Park
- Addison
- Highland Park
Job ID: 9523794
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