Mid- Senior Corporate Associate Attorney Public Companies and Capital Markets

Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a mid-level to senior Corporate Associate with experience in public companies and capital markets. This position focuses on managing public company compliance, SEC regulations, and representing clients in capital market transactions. Ideal candidates will have a background in technology and/or life sciences sectors.

Location:

• Boston, MA

Duties:

• Oversee public company reporting compliance, including SEC filings and governance
• Address compliance and governance issues, including Nasdaq/NYSE regulations
• Represent issuers or investment banks in capital market transactions such as:
  • IPOs
  • Equity and debt offerings
  • Private investments in public entities (PIPEs)
  • At-the-market offerings
• Support clients in the technology and life sciences sectors

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in public company compliance, disclosure, and governance
• Background in capital markets transactions
• Knowledge of SEC regulations and Nasdaq/NYSE compliance requirements
• Familiarity with technology and/or life sciences companies is advantageous

Education:

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

Certifications:

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

Skills:

• Expertise in public company governance and SEC compliance
• Proficient in capital markets transactions
• Strong communication and client service skills
• Ability to handle multiple transactions and deadlines effectively

Benefits:

• Discretionary merit bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Monthly wellness reimbursements
  • 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support
  • Healthcare coverage for employee, spouse/domestic partner, and children
  • Family-building benefits (IVF, adoption, surrogacy, egg-freezing)
  • Paid parental leave and parenting support services
  • Backup childcare (in-home and center-based)
  • Tutoring and college coaching services for children
  • Health Savings Accounts with firm contributions
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions
  • Commuter and parking benefits
  • Basic and supplemental life insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Voluntary insurance options (long-term care, critical illness, accident, ID theft)
  • 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.