What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate, Securities & M&A Associate Attorney position at VCG Attorney Recruiting?
Experience Level: 2–5 years (mid-level associate)
Location: Multiple locations throughout South Florida - In Office
Role Overview
Filling a mid-level associate need within the Corporate, Securities, and M&A group. Candidate will be staffed on active deal teams handling corporate transactions, capital markets work, and M&A matters — expect immediate substantive involvement rather than a long ramp-up period.
Core Responsibilities
- Own discrete workstreams within larger transactions (due diligence, drafting/reviewing transaction documents, closing mechanics, disclosure schedules, etc.)
- Interface directly with clients on select matters under partner supervision
- Coordinate across internal teams (tax, employment, IP) as deals require
- Expected to work with minimal oversight on routine tasks while escalating judgment calls appropriately
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 2–5 years at a firm with a genuine corporate/M&A practice (not a generalist background) — big-law or strong regional-firm pedigree preferred
- Demonstrated deal reps: has run diligence, drafted definitive agreements, managed closing checklists
- Strong time management — this group runs lean and associates juggle multiple live deals simultaneously
- Client-facing polish; some clients are sophisticated repeat players who expect responsiveness
- Culture fit: collegial, low-ego, receptive to mentorship from senior partners
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