About the role
About Kirkland & Ellis
At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 24 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.
What You’ll Do
The Mergers & Acquisitions Clearance Team is a specialized group within Kirkland's Antitrust & Competition Practice Group. The team primarily supports Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Premerger Notification and Report filings submitted to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on behalf of Kirkland clients, including many leading private equity firms.
The Mergers & Acquisitions Clearance Analyst will assist with and lead the preparation and submission of HSR filings and support the coordination of global competition filings. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a highly specialized team.
HSR Filing Preparation and Submission
Training will be provided as needed.
Assist with and lead the preparation of HSR filings
Input all items of the HSR form
Coordinate with transactional attorneys, clients, and opposing HSR counsel to gather relevant filing information
Draft tailored information requests for clients
Research company NAICS and NAPCS codes
Collect, prepare, and review HSR exhibits, including merger agreements, financial statements, and transaction documents
Compile and organize detailed HSR exhibit logs
Conduct research using EDGAR and SEC filings
Coordinate with M&A Clearance Team members across offices to meet filing deadlines
Data Organization and Reporting
Lead large-scale data organization projects
Coordinate with C-suite executives and financial teams at private equity and portfolio companies during annual data collection initiatives
Create and maintain HSR filing tracking templates in Excel
Collect and compile sales and assets-by-country information
Enter HSR filing and deal data into the team's Relativity database
Maintain HSR working files and precedent materials in the firm's document management system
Training and Team Development
Assist with the growth and development of junior team members
Lead HSR and organizational training sessions
Develop training presentations, templates, and learning materials
Monitor client, private equity, and industry news
Update and maintain team templates, resource materials, and presentations
Participate in weekly team meetings, team trainings, and antitrust practice group meetings
Assist with pro bono and other non-HSR matters as needed
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's degree required
Strong oral and written communication skills
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a high-pressure environment
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Experience & Technical Skills
The ideal candidate is a non-attorney professional with 6-8 years of HSR or antitrust experience (or related legal experience). A background in finance, economics, M&A, or private equity is beneficial but not required.
Candidates should possess strong technical skills, including:
Microsoft Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Outlook
Adobe Acrobat
Database and document management systems (e.g., iManage, Relativity)
Experience with legal, regulatory, compliance, transactional, or data-intensive work environments is highly valued.
What Makes You Successful
Meticulous attention to detail
Strong client service orientation
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to research and interpret complex information
Strong teamwork and relationship-building skills
Commitment to accuracy, quality, and organization
Ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment
Interest in mentoring and developing junior team members
Additional Requirements
Availability to work overtime as needed
Ability to commit to the role for at least two years
Compensation
The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in each of the below locations. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.
Compensation Range:
Chicago: $100,000 - $125,000
New York City: $100,000 - $138,000
Washington DC: $100,000 - $138,000
How to Apply
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Minimum requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 6-8 years of HSR, antitrust, or related legal experience required
- Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and database/document management systems (e.g., iManage, Relativity)
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