Senior Corporate Associate (Mergers & Acquisitions) - Tampa
Direct CounselTampa, Florida, United States • Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Posted September 11, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel is a full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in both temporary and permanent placements across the United States. Leveraging deep local market knowledge, the company excels at sourcing, retaining, and deploying top-tier attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and administrative professionals on short-term, long-term, and direct-hire engagements. Its comprehensive suite of services—including specialized searches, talent building, and legal assistance—ensures clients receive highly qualified legal talent tailored to their specific needs. Direct Counsel’s distinctive advantage lies in its proven ability to quickly match clients with the right professionals, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and legal team performance.
Job Description
Senior-level associate (6–8+ years) to join a leading Corporate Practice focused on Mergers and Acquisitions, managing sophisticated transactions, leading deal teams, and working directly with clients across various industries.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Admission to the Florida Bar
- 6–8+ years of corporate transactional experience, with a strong focus on M&A
- Proven ability to independently manage all phases of transactions
- Excellent leadership, client management, and communication skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Full benefits package