Corporate Associate - Public Companies and Capital Markets

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a corporate associate with 2-5 years of experience in public company and capital markets, located in Palo Alto, CA. The ideal candidate will have expertise in public company reporting compliance, governance, and handling day-to-day issues such as SEC compliance and Nasdaq/NYSE matters.

Duties

• Ensure public company reporting compliance and governance.
• Manage SEC compliance and disclosure matters.
• Handle Nasdaq/NYSE compliance issues.
• Represent issuers or investment banks in capital markets transactions.
• Engage in IPOs, equity/debt offerings, and PIPEs.
• Conduct at-the-market offerings.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with technology and/or life sciences companies is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Admission to the state bar.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in handling complex transactions.

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.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• Voluntary insurance options including pet insurance.
• 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.