Corporate - General Attorney / Corporate - M&A Attorney / Corporate - Private Equity Attorney / Corporate - Venture Capital/Emerging Companies Attorney in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Corporate - General Attorney / Corporate - M&A Attorney / Corporate - Private Equity Attorney / Corporate - Venture Capital/Emerging Companies Attorney in Chicago, IL

Attorney

3-5 yrs required

No

Chicago Corporate M&A Associate Job Summary:
- Location: Chicago, IL
- Job Title: Corporate M&A Associate (Mid-Level)
- Department: Global Corporate Group
- Experience: 3-5 years
- Type: Full-time

Reed Smith, a leading global law firm, is seeking a Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate with 3-5 years of experience to join our Chicago office. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and skilled attorney to work on complex M&A, private equity, venture capital, and general corporate matters for public and private clients.

Responsibilities:
- Draft and negotiate complex M&A and private equity transactions and related investment agreements
- Serve as a key member of deal teams for middle market transactions, responsible for producing acquisition, equity and related documents in a client-ready format and communicating with clients
- Manage other associates and subject matter experts while running key aspects of transactions

Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in M&A, private equity, venture capital, and general corporate matters
- Strong drafting and negotiating skills
- Experience working on middle market transactions
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Salary Information:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans

Application Deadline:
- May 31, 2026

About Reed Smith:
- One of the largest law firms in the world with over 1,700 attorneys in 27 offices globally
- Recognized as a top firm for client service and innovation
- Committed to diversity, inclusion, and pro bono work

H1: Join Our Team as a Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate in Chicago!
H2: About the Position

Reed Smith's Global Corporate practice group is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate to join our Chicago office. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities:
- Draft and negotiate complex M&A and private equity transactions and related investment agreements
- Work on middle market transactions as a key member of deal teams
- Manage other associates and subject matter experts while running key aspects of transactions

Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of experience in M&A, private equity, venture capital, and general corporate matters
- Strong drafting and negotiating skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Why Join Reed Smith:
- Work for a top global law firm with a strong reputation for client service and innovation
- Opportunity to work on complex and challenging transactions for public and private clients
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and pro bono work

Apply Now:
If you have 3-5 years of experience in M&A, private equity, venture capital, and general corporate matters and are looking for an exciting new opportunity, apply now to join our team as a Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate in Chicago. We look forward to hearing from you!