Corporate Securities/Capital Markets Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a highly qualified Corporate Securities/Capital Markets Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of experience in corporate law. The ideal candidate should possess specific expertise in securities law advice and capital markets transactions, demonstrating a deep understanding of public company reporting obligations, public securities offerings, SEC compliance, corporate governance requirements, and transactions in debt and equity markets.

Duties:

• Provide expert advice on securities law matters and capital markets transactions.
• Demonstrate familiarity with public company reporting obligations, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Oversee and lead due diligence teams to assess the legal implications of various transactions.
• Manage specialists and collaborate with internal teams to ensure comprehensive legal support.
• Draft and review legal documents related to securities offerings, corporate governance, and transactions in capital markets.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in corporate law, with a focus on securities law and capital markets transactions.
• Proven experience advising on reporting requirements and managing due diligence processes.
• Excellent writing skills and a track record of producing high-quality legal documents.
• Superior academic credentials, including a Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments concurrently with minimal supervision.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of securities law, public company reporting, SEC compliance, and corporate governance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing complex legal transactions.

Job Location: Des Moines, IA

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including productivity and discretionary bonuses, life, health, accident, and disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

This firm has built a reputation as having the pre-eminent lawyers in the Midwest and the nation. They handle complex transactional and litigation matters, and represent the Whos Who of Corporate America. It is a full service firm, with half of its lawyers concentrating in litigation and trial matters. It has several offices in the Midwest, as well as in a number of European countries. This firm handles matters for established companies in issues related to mergers and acquisitions, private offerings, private placements and complex and high-exposure litigation cases. Its lawyers come from top regional and national law schools, and possess exceptional academic credentials. The environment at the firm is collegial and you feel you are part of something exclusive when you walk through its halls.