Capital Markets Associate

A law firm seeks a talented Capital Markets Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join its dynamic team in San Francisco, CA. The role focuses on advising clients on innovative capital-raising strategies, including equity and debt transactions. This position provides an excellent opportunity for growth in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

Duties

• Advise clients on public equity and debt capital markets transactions.
• Work with technology and life sciences companies to support their capital-raising strategies from IPO to public company operations.
• Represent investment banks, venture capital funds, and institutional investors in various capital markets activities.
• Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents.
• Guide on regulatory and compliance issues.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver superior client service.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience with a leading law firm, focusing on capital markets, equity, and/or debt transactions.
• Strong commitment to delivering excellent service to clients.
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions efficiently.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active Bar membership in the state where the candidate will practice.

Skills

• In-depth understanding of public securities offerings, including equity and debt.
• Excellent legal drafting, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Entrepreneurial outlook with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Mental health support and well-being programs.
• Childcare, eldercare, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Generous 401(k) program with matching.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and paid parental leave.
• Paid holidays and additional discretionary merit bonuses.

This preeminent San Francisco firm offers a full-service practice which covers a number of areas, including: Litigation, Corporate, Tax, Environmental, Labor & Employment, and Real Estate. Many of the firm's top clients are investment banks, but, in recent years, the firm has expanded its intellectual property litigation practice. The atmosphere is collegial, but slightly more conservative than most Bay Area firms. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and the firm provides a $10,000 bonus for all lawyers who bill at least 1,950 hours, with additional money based on three separate billable-hour levels above 1,950.