CAPITAL MARKETS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
Locations: Boston, MA] Philadelphia, PA\ New York, NY\ Washington, DC
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Our client, a prestigious global AmLaw 50 law firm, is seeking a highly qualified Capital Markets Associate Attorney to join its sophisticated Corporate Finance & Capital Markets practice. This role offers the opportunity to work on innovative, high-profile domestic and cross-border transactions for clients across asset management, private credit, private equity, and life sciences industries. The practice is widely recognized for executing complex financings and structuring cutting-edge capital markets transactions in global markets.
Candidate Profile:
- JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
- Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
- 3-8 years of substantive experience in capital markets.
- Experience representing issuers, underwriters, and placement agents in public offerings, private placements, and other securities offerings.
- Strong background advising on securities law compliance and reporting obligations under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
- Experience representing business development companies (BDCs) and other 1940 Act funds; experience with 1933 Act ETFs is a plus.
- Demonstrated experience serving as a key member of deal teams, including managing significant aspects of transactions from due diligence through closing
- Large law firm experience strongly preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Represent issuers, underwriters, placement agents, and sponsors in a broad range of capital markets and securities transactions
- Draft, review, and negotiate offering documents, disclosure materials, and transaction agreements
- Advise clients on federal securities law compliance, ongoing reporting obligations, and regulatory considerations
- Play a central role in executing IPOs, debt offerings, private placements, and other complex financings
- Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas to support seamless domestic and cross-border transactions
Why Join Us?
This opportunity provides exposure to a top-tier Capital Markets practice known for its depth of experience, collaborative culture, and global reach. Attorneys in this group work on some of the most sophisticated and high-impact transactions in the market, gaining hands-on responsibility and meaningful client interaction. The environment is fast-paced, intellectually engaging, and strongly committed to professional growth and mentorship.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: $260,000+, commensurate with class year and experience
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance; mental and emotional wellness resources; 401(k) and retirement plans; generous PTO; parental leave; family concierge services; commuter benefits; relocation assistance; robust professional development support and other valuable perks.
- The position is available in multiple U.S. office locations, with relocation assistance provided.
Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Additional Locations:
- Boston, MA
- Chicago, IL
- New York, NY
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