Capital Markets Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Corporate Associate with 2 to 4 years of securities and capital markets experience in Washington, DC. The role involves working with Exchange Act filings and advising on corporate governance and compliance matters.

Duties

• Prepare Exchange Act filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K.
• Represent issuers and underwriters in equity and debt offerings.
• Counsel public companies on disclosure and corporate governance.
• Advise on SEC and stock exchange reporting and compliance.
• Engage in general corporate and transactional matters.

Requirements

• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience.
• Bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly in the jurisdiction of resident office location.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.

Skills

• Strong understanding of securities and capital markets.
• Proficiency in preparing Exchange Act filings.
• Experience in corporate governance and compliance.

Benefits

• Remote and hybrid work arrangements available.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.