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Carterwill Search

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   Job Title:
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  Associate &ndash; Corporate (M&amp;A &amp; Private Equity)
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   Location:
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  Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, or Orange County
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   What We Offer:
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   Competitive salary commensurate with experience
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   Comprehensive benefits package
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   Supportive, high-performance team culture
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   Strong professional development, mentorship, and advancement opportunities
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   About the Role:
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  Carterwill Search is recruiting for a top-tier global law firm seeking a highly skilled Corporate Associate to join its Mergers &amp; Acquisitions / Private Equity practice. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of complex corporate transactions, advising major institutional clients across industries in a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment.
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  The ideal candidate is an exceptional deal attorney with demonstrated experience managing sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions. You&rsquo;ll join a high-caliber bench of corporate lawyers, industry specialists, and former government practitioners, collaborating across disciplines such as capital markets, finance, tax, executive compensation, antitrust, and ESG.
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   Responsibilities:
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   Lead and support M&amp;A and private equity transactions from initial structuring through closing.
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   Draft and negotiate a wide range of core transaction documents, including purchase agreements, merger agreements, investment agreements, and ancillary filings.
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   Coordinate due diligence, regulatory strategy, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless execution.
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   Provide strategic guidance to corporate clients, portfolio companies, boards, and investors on complex business, regulatory, and transactional issues.
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   Navigate antitrust, activism, governance, and cross-border considerations alongside senior legal and business advisors.
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   Collaborate with colleagues across financing, tax, executive compensation, capital markets, and litigation to deliver integrated, comprehensive client service.
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   Qualifications:
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   Minimum 2 years of experience in M&amp;A and private equity transactions (3rd&ndash;6th year associate level preferred).
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   Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client-facing skills.
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   Experience managing complex deal processes and working with cross-functional teams.
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   Ability to thrive in a demanding, fast-moving, global practice environment.
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   Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
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   Active bar membership in good standing.
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Corporate Lawyer

SR Staffing

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   Corporate Transactional Attorney
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   Senior Associate or Junior Partner
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   Boutique Law Firm
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   Chicago
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    Details &amp; Benefits:
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   Practice Area Focus: Corporate Transactional Law
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   Compensation: $200,000 - $250,000 base salary plus bonuses
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   BCBS Health Insurance with coverage
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   Vision &amp; Dental Insurance
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   401k with employer match
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   PTO: no set policy for Attorneys, take the time off as you need but still work hard
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   Hybrid Schedule (4 days in-office, 1 day remote)
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    Qualifications:
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   10+ years&rsquo; experience as an Attorney with a focus on Corporate Transactional Law
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   Portable book of business of at least $350k in annual revenue
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   Strong job tenure
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   Strong writing skills
  </li>
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   Strong academic credentials
  </li>
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Corporate Attorney - Senior Associate or Junior Partner

Barnes & Thornburg LLP

<div><p><b><i>The Chicago office of Barnes &amp; Thornburg LLP seeks a Bankruptcy Associate</i></b><i>. Applicants should have 2 to 4 years of bankruptcy experience and preferably some commercial litigation or corporate experience. Additional experience or a degree in finance, accounting, business or banking would be a plus as would Federal Clerkship experience, though not mandatory. Candidates must be licensed or be able to waive into Illinois, and should demonstrate outstanding writing, research, and analytical skills as well as strong academic credentials. The ideal candidate will also be highly motivated to be part of an active practice, demonstrate initiative, and an ability to assume responsibility for client matters, as well as the interpersonal skills to work well as part of a collaborative team.</i></p><p><b>
Equal Employment and Opportunity Statement:</b></p><p>
Barnes &amp; Thornburg is committed to equal employment opportunity in both principle and as a matter of policy. We will recruit, hire, train, promote, compensate and provide benefits to all applicants and employees without regard to ancestry, sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, religion, religious creed, mental and/or physical disability, medical condition, military and/or veteran&rsquo;s status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all recruiting, hiring, promotions, upgrades, layoffs, compensation, benefits, terminations and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. The firm complies fully with all federal, state and local equal employment opportunity laws.</p><p>
Compensation Range: $225K - $295K</p></div>

Bankruptcy Associate

Selby Jennings

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 Private Equity Associate
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   Location:
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  Tier 2 City in the Midwest
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   Firm Focus:
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  Industrials &amp; Manufacturing
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   About Us:
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  We are a leading private equity firm specializing in investments across the industrials and manufacturing sectors. Our team partners with management to drive operational excellence and long-term growth. Based in a vibrant Tier 2 Midwest city, we offer a collaborative culture and hands-on deal experience.
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   Role Overview:
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  As a Private Equity Associate, you will play a key role in evaluating investment opportunities, conducting due diligence, and supporting portfolio companies. This position offers significant exposure to deal execution and strategic initiatives within our core sectors.
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   Key Responsibilities:
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   Perform financial modeling, valuation analysis, and market research.
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   Assist in due diligence across operational, financial, and legal workstreams.
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   Prepare investment committee materials and presentations.
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   Support portfolio company initiatives, including growth strategies and operational improvements.
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   Collaborate with senior team members on deal sourcing and execution.
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   Qualifications:
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   2-4 years of experience in investment banking, consulting, or private equity.
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   Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
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   Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
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   Demonstrated interest in industrials and manufacturing sectors.
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   Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
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   Why Join Us?
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   Opportunity to work on transformative deals in core industries.
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   Collaborative team culture with direct exposure to senior leadership.
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   Competitive compensation and benefits.
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   Live and work in a dynamic Midwest city with a high quality of life.
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Private Equity Associate

Dentons

<p></p><div><p>Posted on December 2, 2025</p>
<p></p><p>Culture and Engagement at Dentons</p>
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Fostering an inclusive and welcoming culture is a core priority at Dentons. We are committed to creating an environment that values and respects the contributions of all colleagues. By attracting, supporting, promoting and retaining highly qualified individuals of various backgrounds and experiences, we strengthen our ability to provide innovative solutions, deliver exceptional client service, and advance the success of our Firm. Dentons takes an active approach to promoting a collaborative and inclusive workplace by investing in professional development and culture initiatives.</p>
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Responsibilities and practice</p>
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Dentons US LLP is seeking an associate with 3-7 years of experience, strong writing skills and academic credentials to join our Restructuring, Insolvency and Bankruptcy practice. The associate hired for this position will focus primarily on bankruptcy and insolvency-related transactions and litigation matters. Expected responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:</p>
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<li>Drafting pleadings, motions, and chapter 11 related documents, including plan, acquisition, and financing documents</li>
<li>Researching federal bankruptcy and state law debtor/creditor issues</li>
<li>Researching cross-border and chapter 15 issues</li>
<li>Assisting with discovery and litigation in connection with adversary and contested matters</li>
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<p>This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic and team-oriented atmosphere while enjoying the benefits and resources of a large, international law firm.</p>
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Pursuant with states' laws, the salary range for this position is $260,000 - $420,000, based on experience. Based on years of experience, Dentons US LLP associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses.</p>
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Position requirements</p>
<p>Personal skills/attributes</p>
<ul><li>Superb analytical skills and thinks creatively</li>
<li>Exceptional written and oral communication skills and the ability to produce clear, concise, and thoughtful work product</li>
<li>Organized and able to prioritize assignments effectively, including handling multiple matters in a timely and efficient matter</li>
<li>Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to client service</li>
</ul><p>Technical skills</p>
<ul><li>3-7 years legal experience is required</li>
<li>Prior law firm experience is preferred</li>
<li>Chapter 11 debtor experience is preferred</li></ul><br>
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Other requirements</p>
<ul><li>Must be licensed to practice law and be in good standing in the state where the hired candidate will be practicing. Washington, DC candidates may also be licensed in any US state or territory if they are also eligible to waive into the Washington DC Bar pursuant to DC Court of Appeals Rule 49 and agree to apply for an Exception to admission</li>
<li>Bankruptcy clerkship experience is a plus</li>
</ul><p>Equal opportunities</p>
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Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.</p>
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How to apply</p>
<p>Search firms</p>
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We are not accepting search firm submissions for this position.</p>
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Direct applicants</p></div><p></p>

Restructuring, Insolvency & Bankruptcy Associate

Latham & Watkins LLP

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Latham &amp; Watkins
</b></h2><div><div><div>Latham &amp; Watkins is one of the world&rsquo;s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers globally and offer unmatched expertise and resources to help you grow from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Practice Group
</b></h2><div><div><div>M&amp;A<br>
Latham&rsquo;s M&amp;A practice has grown into a global powerhouse, meeting the needs of our clients on everything from routine M&amp;A engagements to the most complex and transformational transactions clients ever face.<br>
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Our global reach, deep bench, and vast industry-specific expertise enable us to assemble high-quality teams that efficiently and effectively execute on the business objectives of a diversified client base.<br>
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Our relentless focus on client goals, combined with broad experience doing deals globally, enables us to anticipate and work through potential challenges on any given transaction and to develop effective solutions to these challenges in an ever-changing global environment. We help clients address shareholder activism, plan for and overcome antitrust challenges, and navigate dynamic regulatory regimes to achieve their most ambitious business objectives. We provide clients with the full suite of advisory services including board counselling, capital markets, ESG, executive compensation, leveraged finance, and tax-related advice anywhere in the world.<br>
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Long-standing client relationships reflect our ability to assemble a diverse team of deal makers, industry veterans, former government lawyers, and world-class litigators for any particular matter. We draw on a wealth of experience to deliver pragmatic and commercial advice to support our clients&rsquo; strategic success at every stage of their life cycle.<br>
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Private Equity
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Latham advises the world&rsquo;s leading private equity firms through the full spectrum of transactions from initial investment through to exit. We help our private equity clients and their portfolio companies maximize value time and again, annually steering more than 500 deals representing more than half a trillion US dollars &mdash; including many global and regional &ldquo;deals of the year.&rdquo;<br>
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Drawing on global market-leading experience, we bring together strength in fund formation, private equity finance, M&amp;A, and capital markets to deliver seamless and responsive support to private equity clients at every stage of a fund&rsquo;s lifecycle. Our global platform and work on sophisticated cross-border carve-outs, tax-free spinoffs, and multi-billion-dollar going-private transactions equip us to execute any transaction anywhere in the world. We cut through a thicket of complex global regulatory environments and decode the jargon of the most dynamic industries to help our clients get any deal done.<br>
We have worked with many of our private equity clients for decades, growing together and innovating as a team. Whether industry-focused, growth equity, large cap, or middle market, we work to fully understand each fund&rsquo;s strategy and anticipate the needs of our clients. This experience also affords us a broad view of the market and the trends that we help shape through the breadth of our work.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Role
</b></h2><div><div><div>The Mergers &amp; Acquisitions practice is seeking highly qualified associates with a minimum of two full years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, specifically company representation and strategic acquisitions, to join our 3rd through 6th year associate class.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Main Contact Details
</b></h2><div><div><div>LateralRecruiting.Corporate@lw.com<br>
Jordan.Wampler@lw.com
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information
</b></h2><div><div><div>Investing in the well-being of our lawyers and staff is among the firm&rsquo;s highest priorities. Through our &ldquo;LiveWell Latham&rdquo; program, we offer best-in-class benefits and comprehensive resources designed to support you and your loved ones through all life&rsquo;s moments &mdash; from building a family and taking care of loved ones, to managing your health and saving for the future.<br>
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Latham &amp; Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.<br>
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We periodically provide demographic data to legal publications, bar associations, civic and community organizations, and in some instances, to local, state, and federal government agencies as required by law or contract. So that the firm can provide this information accurately, we request that you consider self-identifying.<br>
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 review your rights under U.S. employment laws. In accordance with Latham &amp; Watkins policies, associates in this role must protect and maintain any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial and/or proprietary information that Latham &amp; Watkins retains either as part of the legal services the Firm provides to clients or for internal purposes.<br>
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Los Angeles: Latham &amp; Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).<br>
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San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.<br>
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Massachusetts: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. An employer that violates this law may be subject to fines and/or a private right of action for $500 in statutory damages &ldquo;for each such violation,&rdquo; among other things.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Pay Range
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><b>Associate Base Salary</b></div><div>
Discretionary bonuses may be available depending on application circumstances and position.</div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
Year</b></div><div><b> US Payroll</b></div></div><br>
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1st Year</b></div><div> $225,000</div></div><br>
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2nd Year</b></div><div> $235,000</div></div><br>
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3rd Year</b></div><div> $260,000</div></div><br>
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4th Year</b></div><div> $310,000</div></div><br>
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5th Year</b></div><div> $365,000</div></div><br>
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6th Year</b></div><div> $390,000</div></div><br>
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7th Year</b></div><div> $420,000</div></div><br>
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8th Year</b></div><div> $435,000</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Associate - Corporate - M&A

Salesforce

<div><p><i>To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts.
</i></p><p></p><p>Job Category
</p>Global Affairs
<p></p><p>Job Details
</p><p></p><p><b>About Salesforce
</b></p><p>Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn&rsquo;t a buzzword &mdash; it&rsquo;s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.
</p><p></p><p>Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You&rsquo;re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.
</p><p></p><p>The Corporate Counsel, Alliances will support Salesforce&rsquo;s Global Partnerships, AppExchange, and Alliances and Channels organizations by structuring, drafting and negotiating programmatic and strategic partner agreements. The individual will be high-performing, results-driven, and collaborative with a focus on strategic and creative thinking. The individual will deliver under tight deadlines while working closely with a wide array of cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.
</p><p></p><p><b>Roles &amp; Responsibilities
</b></p><ul><li><p>Contract Execution at Speed: Lead, review, draft, and negotiate Salesforce partner agreements, including distribution, resale, strategic alliance and go-to-market agreements, under a fast turnaround time with intentional business collaboration.
</p></li><li><p>Strategic Leadership &amp; Teamwork: Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders across the business (Global Partnerships account managers, revenue recognition, partner operations and others) to support the growth of the partnerships business through new programs, smart contracting and scaled processes.
</p></li><li><p>Lead &amp; Deliver Rapidly: Provide expeditious, business-savvy legal advice to support on-going partnership efforts while effectively managing legal risk and ensuring compliance across partner programs.
</p></li><li><p>Process Efficiency &amp; Innovation: Identify and implement legal process improvements to support rapid deal closure and creation of new partner programs. Assist in developing training materials and provide training to the business on relevant legal topics and best practices.
</p></li><li><p>Integration Of Partner Programs: Provide guidance and oversight to the M&amp;A and Corp Dev teams to integrate or wind-down partners of Salesforce acquisitions into Salesforce programs.
</p></li><li><p>Have Fun While Doing It: Work hard, move fast, and bring a positive, solutions-driven approach to challenging situations. Look after yourself, your colleagues, and the company&rsquo;s interests. Kindness, the ability to pivot, and a good sense of humor are key to excelling as a member of our team.
</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Qualifications, Experience and Skills
</b></p><ul><li><p>Undergraduate degree and law degree from accredited schools
</p></li><li><p>Admission to the bar in one or more states
</p></li><li><p>Minimum 5 years of legal experience, with strong focus on commercial contracting
</p></li><li><p>Strong negotiation and drafting skills, particularly in technology transactions.
</p></li><li><p>Strong organizational or project management skills.
</p></li><li><p>Excellent verbal and written English language communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
</p></li><li><p>Ability to coordinate, prioritize, and manage deadlines in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving, and demanding industry.
</p></li><li><p>Team-oriented and collaborative mindset.
</p></li><li><p>Proven track record ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with demanding internal clients.
</p></li><li><p>Familiar with and interested in technical concepts.
</p></li><li><p>Highly adaptable and service-oriented attitude. Ability to handle pressure and provide thoughtful recommendations.
</p></li><li><p>A can-do attitude&mdash;proactive, autonomous, resilient, adaptable, eager to continually learn and develop professionally, and a team-first mindset.
</p></li></ul><p></p><p>Unleash Your Potential
</p><p>When you join Salesforce, you&rsquo;ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and <i>be your best </i>, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can <i>do your best </i>. Together, we&rsquo;ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future &mdash; but to redefine what&rsquo;s possible &mdash; for yourself, for AI, and the world.
</p><p></p><p>Accommodations
</p><p>If you require assistance due to a disability applying for open positions please submit a request via this Accommodations Request Form .
</p><p></p><p>Posting Statement
</p><p>Salesforce is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non-discrimination with all employees and applicants for employment. What does that mean exactly? It means that at Salesforce, we believe in equality for all. And we believe we can lead the path to equality in part by creating a workplace that&rsquo;s inclusive, and free from discrimination. Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal. Any employee or potential employee will be assessed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications &ndash; without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, transgender status, age, disability, veteran or marital status, political viewpoint, or other classifications protected by law. This policy applies to current and prospective employees, no matter where they are in their Salesforce employment journey. It also applies to recruiting, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, assessment of job performance, discipline, termination, and everything in between. Recruiting, hiring, and promotion decisions at Salesforce are fair and based on merit. The same goes for compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, reduction in workforce, recall, training, and education.
</p><p></p>In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com.
<p></p>For Illinois based roles, the base salary hiring range for this position is $184,000 to $253,000.</div><p></p>

Corporate Counsel, Alliances Legal

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