Corporate M&A Associate

Williams Mullen is seeking an enthusiastic and highly driven Corporate Associate with 4-6 years' experience to join our established and dynamic Corporate M&A group in our Richmond, VA office. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated associate with an entrepreneurial spirit seeking a positive career trajectory, direct client interaction, significant responsibility on complex matters, and a chance to work closely with industry-leading partners on a fast-paced team.

• Candidates should possess significant experience with general corporate and transactional matters such as mergers & acquisitions, entity formation, corporate governance, private equity transactions, joint ventures, contract analysis, partnerships, and limited liability companies.
• Additional experience with venture capital, and/or private equity investors is a plus.
• A successful candidate will be meticulous with details and be able to both work effectively as part of a team while also being able to assume individual responsibility for client matters involving direct client interaction.
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills are required. Successful candidates will also possess a drive for excellence and willingness to take initiative to solve problems.
• Candidates must be currently licensed in Virginia, immediate waive into Virginia, or be a member of the bar in one or more US Jurisdictions and willing to sit for the Virginia bar.

We value our associates? professional development and ensure there are plenty of firm resources dedicated to that pursuit. Associates regularly participate in bar associations, community activities and pro bono work, and Williams Mullen?s Business Development Team takes an active role in providing these important opportunities. Plus, Williams Mullen is a great place to work!

At this time, Williams Mullen will not accept applicants submitted through search firms or legal recruiters for this position; only direct self-applications from candidates will be accepted.

Interested candidates: To apply, please include a (1) cover letter (to Director of Attorney Recruiting), (2) resume, and (3) transcript.

Williams Mullen is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, creed, medical condition including pregnancy, disability, genetic information, gender identity and expression, marriage or parental status, sexual orientation, or Veteran?s status.