Associate Capital Markets

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Associate with significant US equity capital markets experience to join its Capital Markets practice in New York. This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of sophisticated domestic and cross-border equity and debt capital markets transactions.

Duties

• Advise public and private companies, underwriters, and financial institutions on capital markets transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documentation.
• Support public company clients with SEC reporting and disclosure matters.
• Manage drafting processes and coordinate execution with partners and clients.
• Work on capital markets-adjacent M&A and strategic transactions.
• Collaborate with colleagues across various practices to deliver integrated solutions.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership through writing and submissions.

Requirements

• Approximately 4+ years of relevant law firm or in-house transactional experience.
• Experience advising on equity and/or debt capital markets transactions.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with SEC reporting and disclosure requirements.
• Commercial awareness and ability to see the broader business context.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently and perform well under pressure.
• Client-service oriented, collaborative, and proactive.
• Fluency in English; international experience is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree (or LL.M./foreign equivalent) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York Bar (or eligibility to become admitted) and in good standing.

Skills

• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Commercial awareness and ability to see the broader business context.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings.
• Vacation time and leave programs, including parental leave.
• Performance bonus eligibility for exempt roles.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306