Mid-Level To Senior Capital Markets Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A New York City, NY law firm is seeking a Mid-Level to Senior Capital Markets Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience handling substantive components of various corporate and transactional matters, focusing on capital markets transactions, including SEC reporting, debt and equity offerings, and IPOs. The candidate must have strong interpersonal skills, work well in a team, be detail-oriented, and be self-motivated.

Duties

• Handle substantive components of a variety of corporate and transactional matters.
• Focus on capital markets transactions, including SEC reporting, debt and equity offerings, and IPOs.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of transactional documents.
• Advise clients on securities law compliance and corporate governance matters.
• Conduct due diligence and prepare disclosure schedules.
• Assist in preparing offering documents, including registration statements and prospectuses.
• Provide legal counsel on mergers and acquisitions and other strategic transactions.
• Collaborate with other attorneys, paralegals, and staff to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
• Stay current with changes in capital markets regulations and industry trends.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of relevant capital market and corporate transactions experience.
• Demonstrated experience with SEC reporting, debt and equity offerings, and IPOs.
• Strong knowledge of securities laws and corporate governance.
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated with a commitment to providing high-quality legal services.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.

Certifications

• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

This mid-sized New York offices practice is transactional in nature and focused on banking and real estate finance, development, and leasing. Attorneys represent domestic banks, investment banks, and U.S. branches of major European, Scandinavian and Japanese banking organizations. All beginning associates participate in a formal legal education program designed to acquaint them with the fundamentals of the firm's practice. Attorneys enjoy competitive salaries and benefits and are encouraged to participate in pro bono work.