Mid-Senior Corporate Associate Attorney Public Companies and Capital Markets

Job Overview:

A distinguished law firm is seeking a mid-level to senior Corporate Associate with expertise in public company reporting, compliance, governance, and capital markets transactions. This role entails managing SEC compliance, disclosure requirements, and Nasdaq/NYSE regulations, while also representing issuers or investment banks in a variety of capital markets transactions. Preference is given to candidates with experience in technology and life sciences sectors.

Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Duties:

• Manage compliance and reporting for public companies, including SEC filings, governance, and Nasdaq/NYSE standards
• Address daily governance and disclosure matters for public companies
• Represent clients in capital markets transactions, including:
  • Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)
  • Equity and debt offerings
  • Private investments in public entities (PIPEs)
  • At-the-market offerings
• Provide guidance to clients, particularly those in the technology and life sciences sectors, on capital market-related issues

Requirements:

• Experience with public company reporting, compliance, governance, and SEC regulations
• Proven track record with capital markets transactions, representing issuers or investment banks
• Familiarity with Nasdaq/NYSE compliance standards
• Experience working with clients in the technology or life sciences industries is advantageous

Education:

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

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Strong understanding of public company compliance, governance, and capital markets
• Proficiency in SEC compliance and regulatory matters
• Excellent communication skills with a client-focused approach
• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously and meet deadlines

Benefits:

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

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.