Closing Date: 26th July, 2028
Description:
The Chicago office of Reed Smith is seeking a Mid-Level Associate to join the Global Corporate Group. Candidates should have 3-6 years of experience representing private equity funds, institutional investors, family offices, alternative asset managers, and their portfolio companies in leveraged buy-outs, add-on acquisitions, divestitures, growth investments, strategic joint ventures, and general corporate portfolio company matters. Successful candidates will have hands on drafting and negotiating experience for complex M&A and private equity transactions and related investment agreements, and experience as a key member of deal teams, including responsibility for leading/co-leading client communications, co-leading negotiation calls, producing acquisition, equity and related documents in a client-ready format, and running key aspects of transactions, from due diligence through closing, across a range of transaction sizes, but preferably with experience in the middle market. Candidates must be an active member of the Illinois state bar.Reed Smith offers a challenging work environment and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401(k) plan. Reed Smith is an Equal Opportunity Employer with Core Values of Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork & Respect, Innovation, and Impact. Reed Smith also provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with law, including in the application and interview process.
$235,000 - $390,000. This represents the presently-anticipated low and high end of Reed Smith's pay range for this position. Actual pay may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to location and experience.
