Corporate Securities/Capital Markets Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm in Princeton, NJ, is seeking an experienced and driven Corporate Securities/Capital Markets Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of experience in corporate law, specializing in securities law and capital markets transactions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in public company reporting obligations, public securities offerings, SEC compliance, corporate governance, and debt and equity markets transactions. The successful candidate must demonstrate superior writing skills, strong academic credentials, and the ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on a wide range of securities law matters, including debt and equity securities offerings.
• Provide guidance on public company reporting obligations, ensuring compliance with SEC rules and regulations (Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934).
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, such as registration statements, offering memoranda, and other disclosures related to public securities offerings.
• Lead due diligence teams during capital markets transactions, managing specialists to ensure thorough reviews and compliance.
• Collaborate with specialists and cross-functional teams in handling complex transactions.
• Advise clients on corporate governance practices and SEC compliance, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Stay informed on current trends and changes in securities regulations and capital markets, providing clients with updated legal advice.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of periodic reports, proxy statements, and other required SEC filings.
• Manage multiple client matters simultaneously, ensuring timely, high-quality legal service delivery.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in corporate law, with a strong focus on securities law and capital markets transactions.
• Expertise in public company reporting obligations, SEC compliance, and corporate governance matters.
• Experience leading and managing due diligence teams during capital markets transactions.
• Proficient in drafting and reviewing legal documents related to public securities offerings and corporate governance.
• Ability to work on multiple assignments independently, delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing with the New Jersey State Bar.

Skills and Qualifications:

• In-depth knowledge of SEC rules, securities offerings, public company reporting, and corporate governance practices.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams and transaction specialists.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to clients.
• Superior academic credentials and a demonstrated work ethic.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects efficiently and independently.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to adapt to regulatory changes and fast-paced market conditions.

Benefits:

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

A Vault 100 firm widely cited for its outstanding mentorship opportunities for new associates and for its prestigious clientele, associates also applaud its impressive pro-bono policies, which consider pro-bono work just as important as billable work in calculating bonuses and advancement. They also cite mobility within the firm and say that lower-level associates often work closely with partners on projects, making growth opportunities abundant to those looking for career development.