Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
Our client, a prestigious Southeastern law firm, is seeking a talented Corporate Associate Attorney to join their team in Charlotte. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney with international experience to work on complex corporate and commercial transactions, including M&A, in a collaborative and client-focused environment.
Candidate Profile: JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record. Active Bar Admission in North Carolina. 3–5 years of substantive experience in corporate and commercial transactions. Experience handling commercial contracts, including supply agreements, technology contracts, and distributor agreements. Background in corporate structuring, governance, and M&A. International experience and foreign language proficiency, particularly in German, are preferred. Excellent writing skills are required.
Key Responsibilities: Advise (primarily) international clients, on corporate and commercial transactions, including M&A. Draft and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including supply agreements, sales representative and distributor agreements. Handle UCC transactions and corporate formation and governance matters. Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients on complex business transactions. Stay current on legal developments affecting corporate and commercial law.
Why Join Us?
This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a highly-regarded corporate practice serving domestic and international clients across multiple industries, including manufacturing, automotive, life sciences, energy, and environmental services. The firm values mentorship and professional growth, providing a structured yet organic development program that fosters career advancement. Attorneys in this practice benefit from direct client interaction, hands-on experience, and the support of a collaborative team. The firm is committed to fostering a culture that values both professional excellence and personal well-being, ensuring attorneys have the resources to succeed.
The firm offers competitive compensation, multiple opportunities to earn bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plans, and professional development resources.
Application Requirements:Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.