Senior Corporate M&A Associate - Fort Lauderdale or Tampa Office

Position Summary Greenberg Traurig (GT), a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a senior level Associate (6 - 8+ years) in the Corporate Practice, Mergers, and Acquisitions group, of our Tampa office. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. GT is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100; the Corporate Associate will have the opportunity to work with clients, large and small, from a variety of industries across the country. This is a full-time position based in Tampa. This role is ideal for a candidate who thrives on managing sophisticated transactions, leading deal teams, and working directly with clients on strategic initiatives. Our team handles deals across industries including healthcare, technology, infrastructure, insurance, education, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, and financial services, leveraging GTs global platform to deliver seamless, full-service counsel. What Your Day May Look Like Leading M&A transactions from inception to closing, including structuring, negotiation, and execution. Serving as primary contact for clients, advising on legal, strategic, and business considerations. Supervising and mentoring junior associates and paralegals in all phases of deal work. Coordinating with specialists in tax, regulatory, IP, and finance to address complex transactional issues. Handling high-stakes negotiations and drafting principal transaction agreements. Managing post-closing matters, including purchase price adjustments, integration issues, and dispute resolution. Qualifications J.D. from an accredited law school. Excellent academic credentials. Admission to The Florida Bar. 6-8+ years of corporate transactional experience, with a strong focus on M&A, at a leading law firm. Demonstrated ability to independently manage all aspects of a transaction. Excellent leadership, communication, and client management skills. Preferred Qualifications Significant experience with cross-border and multi-jurisdictional transactions. Prior representation of private equity funds and portfolio companies. Strong network of business contacts in the Florida market. Application documents Resume and law school transcripts are required. Why Greenberg Traurig - Tampa? Access to high-caliber work with the resources of an international Am Law 100 firm. Collaborative, entrepreneurial culture that values initiative and client service. Join a fast-growing market - Florida is one of the nations' fastest-growing markets. Tampa lifestyle-enjoy the area's beaches, vibrant cultural scenes, professional sports, and year-round sunshine while working on sophisticated, market-leading deals. Opportunities for career growth and cross-office collaboration across GT's 45+ locations worldwide. For all agencies interested in submitting candidates, please email mccafferyr@gtlaw.com. 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