Mid-Senior Corporate Associate Attorney Public Companies and Capital Markets

Job Overview:

A leading law firm seeks a mid-level to senior Corporate Associate specializing in public companies and capital markets. This role involves advising public companies on compliance and governance, managing SEC and Nasdaq/NYSE requirements, and representing clients in various capital market transactions. Experience with clients in technology or life sciences sectors is preferred.

Location:

• Salt Lake City, UT

Duties:

• Ensure compliance with public company reporting, including SEC filings and disclosure requirements
• Manage Nasdaq/NYSE compliance and governance issues
• Represent issuers and investment banks in capital market transactions, including:
  • Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)
  • Equity and debt offerings
  • Private investments in public entities (PIPEs)
  • At-the-market offerings
• Provide legal support to clients in technology and life sciences industries on public company matters

Requirements:

• Proven experience in public company compliance, governance, and SEC regulations
• Background in capital markets transactions, including IPOs and equity/debt offerings
• Knowledge of Nasdaq/NYSE compliance requirements
• Experience working with technology and/or life sciences companies is advantageous

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active membership in the bar, in good standing, for the relevant jurisdiction(s)

Skills:

• Strong understanding of public company governance and SEC regulatory frameworks
• Proficiency in handling complex capital market transactions
• Excellent client service and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines

Benefits:

• Discretionary merit bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Monthly wellness reimbursements
  • 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support
  • Healthcare coverage for employees, spouses/domestic partners, and dependents up to age 26
  • Family-building benefits, including IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing
  • Paid parental leave and parenting support services
  • Backup childcare (in-home and center-based)
  • Tutoring and college coaching for dependents
  • Health Savings Accounts with firm contributions
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) retirement plan with pretax benefits
  • Commuter and parking benefits
  • Basic and supplemental life insurance options
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, accident, and ID theft insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • Medicare consulting services
  • Firm-sponsored Continuing Legal Education (CLE), bar review fees, and bar dues coverage