Capital Markets Associate Attorney
Job Description
Job Description
New York City | Hybrid
Capital Markets Associate AttorneyAmLaw 50 OpportunityCompensation
$310,000 – $390,000+
A premier global law firm is seeking a Capital Markets Associate Attorney to join its New York office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing public companies, investment banks, private equity sponsors, issuers, and financial institutions in sophisticated capital markets and securities transactions.
Ideal Background
• 3–6 years of capital markets, securities, or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm
• Experience representing public companies, investment banks, underwriters, issuers, private equity sponsors, and financial institutions
• Experience handling initial public offerings (IPOs), follow-on offerings, debt offerings, equity offerings, Rule 144A offerings, private placements, and other capital markets transactions
• Experience drafting and negotiating underwriting agreements, purchase agreements, registration statements, prospectuses, offering memoranda, indentures, and related transaction documentation
• Experience advising clients regarding SEC reporting obligations, corporate governance, securities law compliance, Exchange Act reporting, and public company disclosure matters
• Experience coordinating due diligence, transaction management, and complex domestic and cross-border securities offerings
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to independently manage sophisticated capital markets transactions while maintaining significant client interaction
• Excellent academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• New York bar admission required or ability to become admitted
Why This Opportunity
Premier Capital Markets practice
Sophisticated domestic and international securities offerings
Significant client interaction and early deal responsibility
Opportunity to represent leading public companies, investment banks, and private equity sponsors
Strong mentorship and professional development
Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment
Interested?
Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.
Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.
I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.
Confidential inquiries are always welcome.
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition
devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174