Corporate Securities/Capital Markets Associate Attorney

A law firm in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Corporate Securities/Capital Markets Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of experience in corporate law, specifically in securities law and capital markets transactions. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in public company reporting obligations, SEC compliance, corporate governance, and both debt and equity markets transactions. This role requires experience in advising on reporting requirements, leading due diligence teams, managing specialists, and drafting critical documents. The successful candidate must possess excellent writing skills, superior academic credentials, and the ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on public company reporting obligations, including compliance with SEC regulations and corporate governance requirements.
• Advise clients on public and private securities offerings, including equity and debt transactions.
• Draft and review key legal documents such as registration statements, offering memoranda, prospectuses, and underwriting agreements.
• Lead due diligence efforts for capital markets transactions, coordinating with and managing specialists as needed.
• Ensure client compliance with regulatory requirements by monitoring changes in securities laws and advising on necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and external advisors to facilitate the execution of securities transactions and other capital markets activities.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring high-quality work and meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in corporate law with a focus on securities law and capital markets transactions.
• Expertise in public company reporting obligations, SEC compliance, and corporate governance.
• Proven experience in advising on and drafting documents for securities offerings, including public and private transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to lead due diligence processes and manage the involvement of specialists.
• Strong organizational skills with the capacity to handle multiple assignments concurrently.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Iowa State Bar, or eligibility for admission.

Skills and Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of securities laws, public company reporting requirements, and capital markets transactions.
• Exceptional legal drafting skills, with the ability to produce clear and accurate legal documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong leadership abilities with experience managing due diligence teams and working collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• High academic achievement, reflecting strong analytical and legal reasoning capabilities.
• Effective time management and organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects with minimal supervision.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with productivity and discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, life, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.

This firm has built a reputation as having the pre-eminent lawyers in the Midwest and the nation. They handle complex transactional and litigation matters, and represent the Whos Who of Corporate America. It is a full service firm, with half of its lawyers concentrating in litigation and trial matters. It has several offices in the Midwest, as well as in a number of European countries. This firm handles matters for established companies in issues related to mergers and acquisitions, private offerings, private placements and complex and high-exposure litigation cases. Its lawyers come from top regional and national law schools, and possess exceptional academic credentials. The environment at the firm is collegial and you feel you are part of something exclusive when you walk through its halls.