2nd - 4th year Capital Markets Associate

A well-established Am Law top 100 law is seeking a highly motivated associate with 2-3 years of experience specializing in capital markets and corporate transactional work. This role is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who is passionate about securities law and corporate transactions and is looking to take their legal career to the next level by joining a dynamic and collaborative team. Key Responsibilities: * Securities and Transactional Expertise: Provide comprehensive legal support for capital markets transactions, including public offerings, private placements, and follow-on offerings. This includes working with CMPOs (Confidentially Marketed Public Offerings), RDs (Registered Direct Offerings), PIPEs (Private Investment in Public Equity), and ATMs (At-the-Market Offerings). * Legal Drafting and Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents such as offering memoranda, prospectuses, underwriting agreements, and related securities filings. * Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all transactions comply with the Securities Act, Securities Exchange Act, and other applicable regulations, including preparing and reviewing related SEC filings (e.g., registration statements, Form 10-Ks, Form 10-Qs, and Form 8-Ks). * Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, advising them on legal strategies, regulatory requirements, and transaction structuring. * Project Management: Oversee all aspects of transactional matters, ensuring timely and efficient execution of deliverables while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Required Qualifications: * Experience: 2-3 years of relevant experience in capital markets and corporate transactions, ideally gained at a reputable law firm. * Technical Knowledge: In-depth familiarity with the Securities Act, Securities Exchange Act, and related transaction processes, including exposure to complex securities and capital markets transactions. * Academic Background: A Juris Doctor (JD) from a top-tier law school, with strong academic credentials. * Skills: Exceptional drafting, analytical, and negotiation abilities, with a keen attention to detail and a client-focused mindset. * Flexibility: Willingness to work across the firm's various office locations and the ability to comply with jurisdictional bar requirements. Compensation and Benefits: This role offers a highly competitive base salary ranging from $225,000 to $250,000, commensurate with experience, expertise, and market trends. Additional compensation may include discretionary bonuses, incentive packages, and comprehensive benefits, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. About the Firm: The firm is known for its robust practice in capital markets and corporate transactions, offering a collaborative and supportive work environment where associates can grow professionally while contributing to the success of high-profile clients. With a commitment to professional development and work-life balance, this firm provides its associates with the resources and opportunities needed to excel.