Private Equity Associate (Jr/Mid-Level) Columbus, OH

Back to jobs Private Equity Associate (Jr/Mid-Level) Columbus, OH Apply Ice Miller seeks a Mid-Level associate to join our private equity practice group in Columbus.  Ideal candidates will have three (3) to five (5) years of experience. About the Role: Successful candidates will work with middle-market private equity funds, independent sponsors, and family offices in leveraged buyouts and with family-owned businesses and entrepreneurs in connection with sell-side M&A transactions. Candidates must have excellent written and oral communication skills, a team-oriented mentality, and be motivated self-starters with strong law school credentials and references.  In this position, you will serve as a key team member and gain hands-on experience as the responsible attorney on M&A transactions, guiding clients through complex deals from start to finish. You'll collaborate closely with colleagues across practice groups and offices, benefiting from the deep bench and broad resources of an AM Law 200 firm while still enjoying the collegial, tight-knit culture of a small office. We’re committed to your growth, offering structured training and increasing responsibility to match your development. With a clear path for advancement and active encouragement to participate in business development, you’ll have the opportunity to shape both your practice and your future. Requirements: J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials At least three (3) years of experience practicing law in a law firm and/or in-house environment Active law license in Ohio Strong written and oral communication skills Excellent analytical skills and business judgement Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States What We Offer: Competitive compensation in a collegial, mid-size firm environment Quality benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement programs One-on-one career coaching and professional development programming A supportive culture centered on mentorship, advancement, and innovation The salary range for this position is $187,000 to $207,000 based on experience, plus opportunities for discretionary and hours-based bonuses Ice Miller LLP embraces a work environment that is collaborative, welcoming, and focused on growth.  To maintain our culture, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where talented attorneys from all backgrounds serve our clients, focus on professional development, and perform to their highest potential. Ice Miller is an Equal Opportunity Employer.     Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Ice Miller? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Create alert Apply for this job * indicates a required field Autofill with MyGreenhouse First Name* Last Name* Preferred First Name Email* Phone Country Phone Resume/CV* Attach Attach Dropbox Google Drive Enter manually Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Cover Letter Attach Attach Dropbox Google Drive Enter manually Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Education School* Select... Degree* Select... Discipline* Select... Start date month* Select... Start date year* End date month* Select... End date year* Add another Have you previously been employed by Ice Miller?* Select... How did you hear about this position?* Select... Do you have permanent work authorization in the United States?* Select... In the future, will you require sponsorship for an employment visa status?* Select... Voluntary Self-ID Questions We take great pride in a culture of inclusion where everyone at Ice Miller feels respected, is treated fairly, and has the opportunity to perform at their highest potential. Completing the following self-identification section is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment or any terms or conditions of employment. This information is requested to fulfill our obligations under federal regulations, including EEO-1 reporting requirements, and to support our commitment to equal employment opportunity.  Your responses are kept confidential and will only be used in an anonymized form for reporting.  If you choose not to self-identify, you may select “Prefer not to answer”. How would you describe your gender identity? Select... How would describe your racical/ethic background? Select... Which describes your disability status Select... What describes your veteran status? Select... Submit application Powered by