Lateral Corporate - Capital Markets Associate

Profile

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm is seeking an associate with extensive experience in capital markets to join its Corporate Capital Markets team in New York. This role will focus on U.S. securities offerings, providing the opportunity to work on high-profile transactions while offering the potential for significant professional growth and client interaction.

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Advise clients on U.S. securities offerings, including public and private equity offerings, debt offerings, and related capital markets transactions.
• Draft and review offering documents, including prospectuses, registration statements, and securities filings.
• Assist with compliance matters related to securities law and regulations.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys in structuring and executing capital markets transactions.
• Liaise with clients and assist in providing strategic legal advice regarding capital markets matters.
• Stay current with relevant changes in securities law and market trends.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in capital markets, with a focus on U.S. securities offerings.
• Strong understanding of securities laws, including the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and related regulations.
• Proven experience in drafting and reviewing capital markets offering documents and SEC filings.
• Ability to manage complex projects and transactions with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail with the ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school (Class years 2019–2022 preferred).

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility to apply.

Skills:

• Expertise in capital markets transactions, particularly U.S. securities offerings.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of securities laws and regulations.
• Ability to manage complex projects and work independently.
• Excellent research and analytical abilities.
• Strong client-facing communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision).
• Retirement benefits and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Basic life insurance and performance-based discretionary bonuses.

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