Corporate M&A Associate (Mid-Level) - San Francisco

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IKR Enterprises

Corporate M&A Associate (Mid-Level) - San Francisco

San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Title: Corporate M&A Associate (Mid-Level)
    Location: New York, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Boston, Washington, D.C., Seattle, Santa Monica
    Type: Full-time, Hybrid

    About the Firm
    Corporate practice focused on technology and life sciences companies at all stages, from early startups to global public companies. The team is known for complex mergers and acquisitions work and has a strong track record across both serial acquirers and high-growth companies.

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    Role Overview
    The firm is seeking a mid-level corporate associate with substantial M&A experience to join its corporate group. You will work on a broad range of strategic transactions for leading technology and life sciences clients, including public and private deals, cross-border work, and other complex corporate matters.

    You will be part of a highly collaborative team, working closely with partners and clients on structuring, negotiating, and executing transactions.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Advise on public and private M&A transactions for technology and life sciences clients

    • Draft and negotiate purchase agreements and related transaction documents

    • Manage deal processes, including due diligence, closing checklists, and timelines

    • Coordinate with specialists across tax, IP, employment, and other practice areas

    • Support clients on general corporate governance and strategic matters related to transactions

    Requirements

    • 3–5 years of M&A experience at a leading corporate law firm

    • Active member of the bar in the jurisdiction where you will be based, or eligible to waive in within 3–6 months

    • Strong academic credentials

    • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills

    • Experience with, or interest in, technology and life sciences clients is a plus

    • Visa sponsorship is not available

    • Sitting for a new bar exam is not supported for this role

    Compensation & Work Setup

    • Base salary: 260,000 to 310,000 USD, depending on experience and location

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    • Competitive equity component

    • Hybrid work model with 3 days per week in office

    • Prioritizing New York, Silicon Valley, and San Francisco offices, open to Seattle, Santa Monica, Washington, D.C., and Boston

    • Relocation support available for qualified candidates

    Interview Process

    • Initial virtual screen with a partner

    • Full interview rounds (virtual)

    If you have solid mid-level M&A experience and want to work with high-growth technology and life sciences clients, this role may be a strong fit.