Associate: Private Equity

Firm Summary White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be. With lawyers operating from more than 47 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world's key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work. It's not just about our global network of offices; it's the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It's one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages. Position Summary We are seeking a Private Equity Associate with experience in the energy sector for our Houston office. The ideal candidate will have 4-7 years of experience representing private equity sponsors in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and other investment transactions, as well as portfolio company work. The position requires strong drafting, negotiation, and management skills, along with experience supervising junior associates and managing deal execution. Our Practice Area Our team serves a various clientele, ranging from leading multinationals, prominent commercial and investment banks, to visionary entrepreneurs and burgeoning startups, across a broad spectrum of sectors. Our extensive global network ensures seamless support for our clients' domestic and multifaceted international transactions. With a commanding presence in both developed and emerging markets, we offer a unique amalgamation of expertise in US, UK, and local law, empowering our clients with a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape and market dynamics. Duties and Accountabilities1 • Represent private equity sponsors in M&A transactions and other investment deals. • Draft and negotiate complex transaction documents. • Supervise and train junior associates involved in transactions. • Manage the execution of deals from inception to closing. • Provide strategic legal advice to private equity sponsors and portfolio companies. • Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure smooth transaction processes Qualifications • 4-7 years of experience representing private equity sponsors in M&A and investment transactions. • Strong experience drafting and negotiating transaction documents. • Proven ability to manage deal execution. • Experience supervising and mentoring junior associates. • Stellar academic credentials. • Comparable experience at a top law firm. Location & Reporting • This role is based in our Houston, TX office. Equal Opportunities White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a fair workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact [email protected]. Note to Recruitment Agencies Our Internal Recruitment team are responsible for all end-to-end lateral recruitment process. All agencies must sign White & Case terms of business which are often specific. Candidates submitted by an agency without terms of business agreed with the appropriate office, and/or outside of our online application tracking system, will not be considered a formal introduction. Any applications and CVs sent directly to White & Case Partners and employees will not be accepted as formal introductions. If you have any questions, please contact the Americas Lateral Recruitment team. Benefits at White & Case White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible. The firm may modify and amend this job description at any time in its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or modifies the at-will nature of employment. 1The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties. Apply tot his job