Corporate Associate Attorney - Capital Markets & Public Companies

Company: Ethical Search Professionals, Ltd.
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: March 27, 2025

Job Description:

Corporate Associate Attorney - Capital Markets & Public CompaniesApplyType Direct HireID GA157-2743240Posted Mar 8, 2025Locations: Silicon Valley, CA - San Francisco, CA - Santa Monica, CA - Washington, D.C. - New York, NY - Seattle, WAAre you an experienced corporate attorney looking to work with high-growth public companies and leading investment banks?Our client, a prominent AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate Attorney to join its Capital Markets & Public Companies Practice Group in Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Santa Monica, Seattle, New York, or Washington, D.C. This is a unique opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions, advising some of the most innovative companies in the technology and life sciences industries.Candidate Profile:JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction, or eligibility to sit for/waive into the next bar exam.3+ years of substantive experience advising public companies or investment banks on capital markets transactions and SEC compliance.Experience representing issuers or underwriters in IPOs, SPACs, direct listings, and follow-on offerings.Deep knowledge of SEC regulations, corporate governance, public company disclosure obligations, and stock exchange compliance.Strong interest or prior experience working with technology and life sciences companies.Excellentoral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.Key Responsibilities:Advise public companies on SEC compliance, disclosure requirements, governance best practices, and stock exchange matters.Represent issuers and investment banks in capital markets transactions, including IPOs, SPACs, direct listings, and follow-on offerings.Counsel boards of directors and executive teams on corporate governance, shareholder activism, and strategic transactions.Draft and negotiate registration statements, offering memoranda, underwriting agreements, and related securities law filings.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including tax, litigation, and executive compensation attorneys, to provide strategic counsel.Why Join Us?This is an opportunity to be part of a premier capital markets practice, working with market-leading companies and top investment banks on transformative transactions. The firm's practice has regularly appeared in the highest tiers of Chambers USA, Vault Law 100, and Global 200 rankings, as well as the top 15 list in The American Lawyer's Diversity Scorecard.Fostering a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, providing associates with hands-on experience, direct client engagement, and significant career development opportunities is a priority to the firm. Attorneys are encouraged to take ownership of their work, develop specialized expertise, and grow within a nationally recognized corporate practice. With a strong commitment to mentorship, professional growth, and a dynamic work environment, this is an excellent platform for attorneys looking to develop their expertise.The firm offers highly competitive compensation, with salaries ranging from $260,000 to $390,000, commensurate with experience, along with opportunities to earn discretionary performance-based bonuses. A comprehensive benefits package-including healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development resources-ensures that attorneys have the support they need to excel.Application Requirements:Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your resume, cover letter including your preferred office location, and law school transcript today.
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