Corporate and Securities Associate

Job Overview

A distinguished international law firm is seeking a Corporate & Securities Associate to support its growing practice focused on U.S. and cross-border corporate matters. This role primarily involves representing public and private companies on securities compliance, corporate governance, and complex transactions such as M&A and joint ventures. The ideal candidate will have a strong U.S. securities law background, excellent drafting skills, and the ability to work across jurisdictions, particularly between the United States and Europe.

Location

• Fort Lauderdale, FL

Duties

• Advise clients on public company reporting obligations and SEC compliance, including preparation and review of:

  • 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and other regulatory filings

• Provide counsel on compliance with:

  • Securities Exchange Act of 1934

  • Securities Act of 1933

  • SPAC-related regulations and disclosures

• Draft and negotiate documents related to mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions involving U.S. privately held companies

• Review and draft commercial contracts and general corporate documentation

• Support U.S. clients on cross-border regulatory, governance, and transactional matters

• Liaise with European clients, requiring multilingual communication and occasional travel

Requirements

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in corporate and securities law

• Strong background in public company representation and SEC compliance

• Experience advising on M&A and joint ventures involving U.S.-based private companies

• Proven ability to handle cross-border corporate matters and work with international clients

• Willingness to travel within Europe and between the U.S. and Italy

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar

• Additional U.S. state bar admissions a plus

Skills

• Exceptional legal writing and analytical skills

• Fluent (mother tongue) in Italian

• Working knowledge of other European languages preferred

• Detail-oriented and highly organized

• Strong communication and client-service skills

• Ability to manage multiple matters across jurisdictions and time zones

Attorneys at this firm boast working in an excellent work culture with positive management, who are compassionate, respectful, and understanding. The firm offers great opportunities and is at the forefront of advances in technology and in the ever-changing market. The attorneys are thought leaders in their fields. The firm has a department responsible for devising and implementing various strategies and programs regarding recruiting, education, supervision, training initiatives, diversity, cohesiveness, and leadership for attorneys. Each practice group within the firm is supervised by a leader, and the group meets regularly to offer substantive training, selecting different skill sets to focus on yearly.