Corporate M&A Partner

About the company Our client is a law firm. The role Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Serve as a senior transactional attorney who takes full charge of corporate deals for the firm's clients, guiding a compact group of lawyers from first negotiation through closing. The position also carries a coaching element and close collaboration with department leadership. What you'll do - Take the lead on negotiating and preparing share and asset purchase documents as well as operating and shareholder agreements. - Steer each deal from kickoff to closing alongside a small, capable team. - Serve as the primary point of contact for important clients and keep those relationships strong. - Prepare and quickly revise supporting documents such as confidentiality, employment and other ancillary deal paperwork. - Oversee closing deliverables, track revisions and keep each transaction on schedule. - Communicate frequently with clients and the other side's counsel, including by video call. - Guide less experienced attorneys through active deals and give them hands-on feedback. - Work across varied deal types, including private equity buyouts, strategic acquisitions and sales of businesses. Requirements What we're looking for - Partner-level corporate transactional background gained at a large national firm, a solid midsize firm or a respected boutique. - A track record of running sizeable deals on your own from beginning to end. - Strong command of drafting and negotiating the main acquisition documents. - Comfort leading small deal groups through intricate transactions. - A history of building client trust and developing junior lawyers. - A JD from an ABA-accredited law school. - Sound judgment, strong leadership and a confident presence with clients. - An approachable, team-oriented personality that fits a close-knit, trusting workplace. - Located in Los Angeles or ready to relocate there. - A portable client base is not required. Bonus points - An existing client base is a plus, but not required. Benefits Compensation and benefits - Base salary: USD 300,000 to 400,000 per year - Discretionary bonus - Origination bonus - Business development budget - Health, dental and vision coverage - Retirement plan - Disability and life insurance - Paid vacation and sick time Location and work model - West Los Angeles, CA, United States - Hybrid, 2 days in office - Full-time