Corporate Securities Associate Attorney

A law firm in New York City is seeking a Corporate Securities Associate Attorney with 4-6 years of in-depth experience. The Corporate Securities Associate Attorney will be responsible for handling various aspects of public company rules and regulations, public and private offerings of securities, reporting requirements, proxy statements, section 16 reporting, and general corporate governance matters.

Duties:

• Handle public company rules and regulations, including the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
• Manage public and private offerings of securities.
• Possess knowledge of national securities exchange listing rules.
• Prepare and review reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K.
• Draft proxy statements for annual and special shareholder meetings.
• Manage Section 16 Reporting (Forms 3, 4, and 5).
• Assist with general corporate and corporate governance matters, such as drafting board resolutions, policies, and press releases.
• Broker-dealer, FINRA, investment adviser, or fund formation experience is a plus.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of in-depth experience in corporate securities law.
• Strong understanding of public company rules and regulations.
• Familiarity with reporting requirements and proxy statement preparation.
• Knowledge of national securities exchange listing rules.
• Experience with Section 16 Reporting.
• General corporate and corporate governance experience.
• Broker-dealer, FINRA, investment adviser, or fund formation experience is a plus.

Education:

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

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

A regional powerhouse firm with strong political history, this firm is regarded as the 15th Best Law Firm in the Mid-Atlantic. Associates value the work/life balance, the people, and the commitment to associate developments. The firm allows associates to work flexible hours while remaining omitted professionals. The firm?s focus is client and industry development, as well as collaborative culture, where each attorney ahs pledged to provide at least 25 hours of pro bono work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.