Corporate Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a corporate associate in Seattle, WA, with 4-6 years of relevant corporate experience. The role involves advising clients in capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and venture capital, focusing on emerging growth technology and life sciences companies.

Duties

• Advise clients from incorporation to exit, often as outside general counsel.
• Provide day-to-day counseling and interact with management teams.
• Negotiate and advise on equity financings and strategic transactions.
• Guide clients through acquisitions and other strategic transactions.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of relevant corporate experience.
• Interest in technology and life sciences sectors.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in the state of Washington.

Skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Work-from-home setup allowance.
• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support.
• Healthcare coverage for family members.
• Family-building benefits including IVF and adoption.
• Paid parental leave and parenting support.
• Career coaching for working parents.
• In-home and center-based back-up childcare.
• Health Savings Accounts with firm contribution.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary long-term care insurance.
• Relocation assistance.
• Firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, 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.