Senior Corporate Associate Attorney

Charlotte, NC · Hybrid · Full-time · Direct hire · $190,000–$310,000 a year · Job ID a0e1004b

SENIOR CORPORATE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Real Estate & Commercial Development Practice Group

Location: Charlotte, NC or Raleigh, NC

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Our client, a highly respected Southeastern law firm is seeking a Senior Corporate Associate to join its growing Corporate Practice Group in either Charlotte or Raleigh. This is an exceptional opportunity for a transactional attorney looking to take on sophisticated deal work while becoming part of a collaborative team that values mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth.

The successful candidate will work closely with public and private companies, private equity sponsors, investors, and entrepreneurs on a broad range of business transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic corporate matters. This role offers significant client contact, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to serve as a trusted advisor throughout the transaction lifecycle.

Candidate Profile

JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission in North Carolina, in good standing
6+ years of substantive corporate transactional experience in a sophisticated law firm setting
Strong background advising clients on mergers and acquisitions and complex business transactions
Familiarity with both buy-side and sell-side transaction structures
Demonstrated ability to manage transactions from initial structuring through closing
Skilled at conducting and overseeing due diligence processes
Strong drafting and negotiation capabilities involving acquisition agreements and related transactional documents
Sound business judgment and practical problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication, writing, and client relationship management skills
Ability to manage multiple sophisticated matters while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
Collaborative mindset with an interest in mentoring junior attorneys and contributing to team success
Prior experience in a sophisticated law firm real estate practice preferred

Key Responsibilities

Advise clients on buy-side and sell-side mergers and acquisitions transactions
Structure, negotiate, and document complex corporate and commercial transactions
Conduct and oversee due diligence reviews and related transaction analysis
Draft and negotiate definitive agreements, disclosure schedules, ancillary documents, and closing materials
Counsel clients on transaction strategy, risk allocation, and business objectives
Manage deal execution from letter of intent through post-closing matters
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate successful transaction outcomes
Collaborate with attorneys across tax, finance, employment, intellectual property, and regulatory practices
Build and maintain strong client relationships while delivering responsive and practical legal guidance

Why Join?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join one of the Southeast's most respected corporate practices. The group regularly advises public and private companies, private equity funds, investors, and entrepreneurs on sophisticated domestic and international transactions across a variety of industries, including manufacturing, automotive, healthcare, life sciences, biotechnology, energy, environmental services, food and beverage, and distribution.

The firm places a strong emphasis on attorney development through both formal and informal mentorship. Attorneys benefit from meaningful client interaction, sophisticated deal experience, and a culture that values the individual behind the lawyer. This is an ideal opportunity for an attorney seeking high-level transactional work while building a long-term career within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: Expected base salary range of $190,000+, determined by experience, qualifications and market factors
Eligibility for multiple bonus opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance; paid parental leave; HSA/FSA; 401(k) and profit-sharing retirement plan; employee referral program; PTO and holidays; an employee assistance program; wellness initiatives, professional development resources, and additional firm-sponsored benefits.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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