Corporate Associate Public Companies and Capital Markets

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm is seeking a highly qualified Corporate Associate with 4–6 years of experience in advising public companies and handling capital markets transactions. The role focuses on providing legal support in areas such as SEC compliance, corporate governance, and securities offerings. This opportunity is ideal for professionals interested in working with innovative and growth-focused clients, particularly in the technology and life sciences sectors.

Location:

• San Diego, CA

Duties:

• Advise public companies on:

  • SEC reporting and disclosure compliance

  • Corporate governance matters

  • Nasdaq and NYSE listing requirements

• Represent issuers and/or underwriters in capital markets transactions, including:

  • Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)

  • Equity and debt offerings

  • Private Investments in Public Entities (PIPEs)

  • At-the-market (ATM) offerings

• Provide day-to-day legal counsel to public companies

• Assist clients in the technology and life sciences industries with complex legal needs

Requirements:

• 4–6 years of legal experience in public company representation and capital markets transactions

• Proven ability to advise clients on SEC regulations and stock exchange rules

• Experience managing sophisticated transactional work independently or as part of a team

• Background in working with technology or life sciences companies is a strong plus

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar

• Must meet bar admission requirements for the location of the office

Skills:

• Strong understanding of U.S. securities laws and corporate governance practices

• Excellent legal drafting, analysis, and problem-solving abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-driven environment

• Strong organizational and collaboration skills

Benefits:

• Eligibility for discretionary merit bonuses

• Monthly wellness reimbursements

• 24/7 virtual emotional and behavioral health support

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employees, spouses/domestic partners, and dependents

• Family-building benefits, including IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing

• Paid parental leave

• Parenting concierge support and telemedicine services

• Resource group and coaching for parents and caregivers

• In-home and center-based backup childcare

• Academic tutoring and college preparation for children

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with firm contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• 401(k) retirement savings plan

• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

• Basic and supplemental life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Optional coverage for long-term care, critical illness, hospitalization, and accidents

• Voluntary ID theft protection and pet insurance

• Medicare consulting services

• Covered expenses for CLE courses, bar review programs, 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.