Private Equity Associate (Mid-Senior Level)

Ice Miller•Philadelphia, PA

8d•$245,000 - $375,000

About The Position

Ice Miller seeks a mid- to senior-level associate to join its private equity practice group in New York or Philadelphia. The successful candidate will work with middle-market private equity funds, independent sponsors, and family offices on leveraged buyouts, and with family-owned businesses and entrepreneurs on sell-side M&A transactions. The associate will be a key team member and serve as the responsible attorney on M&A transactions, guiding clients through complex deals from start to finish. The role involves close collaboration with colleagues across practice groups and offices, with access to the resources of an AM Law 200 firm and the collegial culture of a small office. Ice Miller offers structured training, increasing responsibility, a path for advancement, and encouragement to participate in business development.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
At least five years of experience practicing law in a law firm and/or in-house environment.
Active law license in New York or Pennsylvania.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Excellent analytical skills and business judgment.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Permanent authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Five to eight years of experience.
Strong law school credentials and references.

Responsibilities

Work with middle-market private equity funds, independent sponsors, and family offices on leveraged buyouts.
Advise family-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in connection with sell-side M&A transactions.
Serve as the responsible attorney on M&A transactions and guide clients through complex deals from start to finish.
Collaborate with colleagues across practice groups and offices.
Participate in business development.