22 June 2026
Compensation
$260,000 – $365,000
Key requirements
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school Admission in good standing to practice law in the state of California Three to five years of legal experience working on private equity transactions, preferably at a large law firm Experience representing private equity and strategic investors
TrendsThe role
Ropes & Gray seeks a Private Equity Associate with 3-5 years of experience to join their San Francisco office. This role focuses on representing clients in a variety of private equity transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and financings.
What you'll do
- Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents, including purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and financing documents
- Conduct thorough due diligence and research on potential investment opportunities
- Advise clients on regulatory compliance issues related to private equity transactions
- Assist in structuring and forming private equity funds
- Provide ongoing guidance on client’s corporate transactions, corporate governance matters, and securities regulations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the seamless execution of transactions
- Lead various parts of transactions independently and manage deal processes
- Supervise and support the professional development of junior colleagues
- Monitor industry trends, legal developments, and best practices in private equity law
What we're looking for
Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Admission in good standing to practice law in the state of California
Three to five years of legal experience working on private equity transactions, preferably at a large law firm
Experience representing private equity and strategic investors
Extensive understanding of corporate governance and securities compliance in private equity deals
Practical experience with and familiarity with legal AI tools and platforms to efficiently handle corporate transactions
Well-versed in legal writing, negotiating terms and performing detailed analyses
Able to self-manage priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
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