M&A Associate

Overview

This role provides practical, business-oriented legal support for mergers and acquisitions, data center site and ground leasing, and other strategic corporate initiatives. The associate reports to the Chief Legal Officer and works closely with internal business partners and outside counsel to structure, negotiate, document, and execute complex transactions from due diligence through closing and integration.

Responsibilities

• Advise internal business partners on M&A transactions, data center lease negotiations, and other complex commercial matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements, data center leases, real estate transactions, and related transaction documentation.
• Conduct and coordinate legal due diligence for acquisitions, dispositions, and data center site leasing opportunities.
• Coordinate with outside counsel, counterparties, and internal cross-functional stakeholders.
• Support the structuring, execution, closing, and post-closing integration of acquisitions and data center leasing transactions.
• Help develop efficient legal processes, transaction-management practices, and internal documentation standards for M&A and leasing deals.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
• 3+ years of relevant M&A, real estate/leasing, or transactional legal experience at a law firm, in-house legal department, or both; data center or other critical infrastructure experience a plus.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, written, and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and sound judgment when handling confidential and sensitive matters.
• Comfort and familiarity working with business and other non-legal stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and transactions.
• Collaborative team player with strong initiative and desire to grow professionally.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary + bonus and equity: $270,000 - $342,000 total compensation package (commensurate with experience).
• Eligible to participate in equity incentive programs and share in the success you help build.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, including a generous company match.
• Comprehensive health coverage, including multiple medical plan options and 100% company-paid plans.
• Wellness & lifestyle perks, including free gym memberships, pet insurance, childcare discounts, and more.

Location

Remote role with the option for hybrid work out of one of the main offices:

• Austin, TX
• Castle Rock, CO
• Irvine, CA