A top-tier corporate legal team is seeking an M&A associate attorney with at least five years of experience in cross-border corporate transactions to join its New York office. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with partners on high-profile international deals, advising global clients on mergers, acquisitions, greenfield investments, and corporate structuring.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work on complex cross-border M&A and corporate transactions, with a particular focus on China-related matters
• Advise clients on greenfield investments, economic development projects, and private equity transactions
• Draft and negotiate transactional documents and manage deal execution
• Oversee due diligence and compliance matters related to international corporate transactions
• Collaborate with multinational corporations and investment entities on market-entry strategies

Qualifications:

• Licensed to practice in New York (or equivalent U.S. jurisdictions)
• 5+ years of experience in corporate M&A, with an emphasis on cross-border transactions and Chinese investment matters
• Background at a large international law firm or top-tier Chinese law firm with an international focus
• Fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English
• Strong drafting, analytical, and project management skills
• Experience working with PRC-based companies and U.S.-China corporate matters
• J.D. or LL.M. from a U.S. law school, with additional experience in PRC law a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary range for New York applicants: $325,000 - $375,000, based on experience
• Option for a lower billable-hours track with proportional salary adjustment
• Comprehensive benefits, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Paid parental leave (up to 15 weeks)
  • Flexible time off and paid holidays
  • Professional development and relocation assistance (where applicable)

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on sophisticated cross-border transactions in a fast-paced, collaborative legal environment.