Corporate M&A Associate
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Salary$250k – $420k
LocationChicago
Work modehybrid
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience3–5 yrs
DepartmentCorporate Practice
Company size10,000+ people
PostedJun 30, 2026 · 4mo ago
Verified live3d ago
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Three to five years of significant experience in corporate transactions with an emphasis on public and private M&A, including private equity
Strong working knowledge of acquisition agreements and other documentation used in complex M&A and private equity transactions
Proficiency in drafting acquisition agreements and related documentation
Strong interpersonal skills
High degree of maturity
Proven willingness to accept significant responsibility and manage a challenging workload within a fast-paced environment
Strong academic credentials
Excellent writing skills
Well-versed in leading an M&A transaction from inception to closing
Experience leading due diligence teams
General corporate and corporate governance experience
Ability to work effectively as part of a team across practice areas
Willingness to train junior associates
Admitted to the Illinois Bar or eligible for admission
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k)
Discretionary bonus
Short term disability
Long term disability
Dental insurance
Vision care
Life insurance
HSA
Flexible spending account
Vacation
Sick time
Employee assistance program
Commuter benefits
About the role
Greenberg Traurig has an excellent opportunity for an M&A Associate to join the Corporate Practice of our Chicago office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have three to five years of significant experience in corporate transactions with an emphasis on public and private M&A, including private equity.
Candidates must have a strong working knowledge of acquisition agreements and the other documentation used in complex M&A and private equity transactions and proficiency in drafting the same. This position requires a candidate with strong interpersonal skills, a high degree of maturity, and a proven willingness to accept significant responsibility and manage a challenging workload within a fast-paced environment. Strong academic credentials and writing skills are essential.
Additional requirements: Well-versed in the mechanics of leading an M&A transaction from inception to closing; experience leading due diligence teams; general corporate and corporate governance experience; ability to work effectively as part of a team across practice areas and a willingness to train junior associates. Candidates must be admitted to the Illinois Bar or eligible for admission to the Illinois Bar.
Hiring process
For consideration, please submit your resume and official transcript(s).
Submissions from search firms will only be accepted through our web portal for third-party submissions; for access, contact Julie Yedinak.
The expected pay range for this position is:
$250,000 - $420,000 per year
Benefits
Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.
Legal
GT is an EEO employer with an inclusive workplace committed to merit-based consideration and review without regard to an individual’s race, sex, or other protected characteristics and to the principles of non-discrimination on any protected basis.