Public Companies and Capital Markets Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a corporate associate with at least 5 years of experience in public company and capital markets for its San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public company reporting compliance, governance, and related issues, including SEC compliance and Nasdaq/NYSE matters.

Duties

• Manage public company reporting compliance and governance.
• Address day-to-day issues for public companies, including SEC and disclosure matters.
• Represent issuers or investment banks in capital markets transactions.
• Handle IPOs, equity/debt offerings, PIPEs, and at-the-market offerings.
• Engage with technology and/or life sciences companies, if applicable.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
• Extensive knowledge of SEC compliance and governance.
• Experience with Nasdaq/NYSE compliance.
• Proven track record in capital markets transactions.
• Experience with technology and/or life sciences companies is a plus.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Benefits

• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage.
• 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 and critical illness insurance.
• Voluntary ID theft protection and pet insurance.
• Medicare consulting.
• 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.