Corporate Associate Public Companies and Capital Markets

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate with 4–6 years of experience advising public companies and handling capital markets transactions. This position involves guiding clients through SEC compliance, corporate governance matters, and a variety of securities offerings. The role is ideal for professionals looking to contribute to a sophisticated corporate practice, particularly in the technology and life sciences sectors.

Location:

• Salt Lake City, UT

Duties:

• Advise public companies on:

  • SEC reporting and disclosure compliance

  • Corporate governance matters

  • Nasdaq and NYSE listing standards

• Represent issuers and investment banks in:

  • Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)

  • Equity and debt offerings

  • Private Investments in Public Entities (PIPEs)

  • At-the-market (ATM) offerings

• Provide legal guidance on day-to-day issues facing public companies

• Support transactions in technology and life sciences industries

Requirements:

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in capital markets and public company advisory

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex legal matters independently or with minimal supervision

• Experience with both issuers and underwriters preferred

• Familiarity with the legal needs of emerging growth companies is advantageous

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Active membership in at least one state bar

• Eligibility for bar admission in the state of the office location

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of U.S. securities laws and corporate governance principles

• Excellent legal research, drafting, and negotiation abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Business-minded with a proactive problem-solving approach

Benefits:

• Discretionary merit-based bonuses

• Monthly wellness reimbursements

• 24/7 virtual mental health support and counseling services

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employees and eligible dependents

• Family-building support including IVF, surrogacy, adoption, and egg-freezing

• Paid parental leave and parenting support concierge

• Career coaching and a caregiver resource group

• Backup childcare (in-home and center-based)

• Academic tutoring and college planning for dependents

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits

• Basic and supplemental life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability insurance

• Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, hospitalization, and accident insurance

• Identity theft and pet insurance options

• Medicare consulting support

• Full coverage for CLEs, bar review programs, and bar dues