Corporate Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join its Corporate Practice Group in Salt Lake City. The ideal candidate will have experience in a range of corporate legal matters, including mergers and acquisitions, securities, corporate finance, and governance. This position offers a dynamic and collaborative work environment with opportunities to work on sophisticated business transactions and regulatory matters. Recruitment is being conducted on behalf of the firm.

Location:

• Salt Lake City, Utah

Duties:

• Advise clients on general corporate matters, including business formation, governance, and compliance

• Draft and negotiate stock and asset purchase agreements

• Prepare private placement memoranda and securities filings, including SEC registrations

• Support mergers and acquisitions transactions from due diligence through closing

• Counsel clients on corporate finance matters and securities law compliance

• Work collaboratively with other attorneys across practice areas

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in corporate governance, M&A, securities, or general business law

• Prior experience in the corporate, business, or securities group of a law firm (preferably large firm)

• Ability to manage assignments independently and work efficiently under deadlines

• Strong work ethic, professionalism, and attention to detail

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school

• Excellent academic credentials required

Certifications:

• Admission to the Utah State Bar or eligibility to sit for the Utah Bar

• Admission to another U.S. state bar required if not currently admitted in Utah

Skills:

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

• Proficiency in preparing transactional and regulatory documentation

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Ability to handle multiple assignments and client matters simultaneously

• Professional demeanor with a client-centered approach

Benefits:

• Highly competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits package (specifics not listed, but typically includes medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, and more)

• Opportunity to work on complex transactions in a supportive legal team

This is one of Utah's largest firms and provides its clients with a full range of legal services both in the United States and internationally.