Associate Capital Markets

BCG Attorney Search; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Supportive office culture encouraging 

Exposure to sophisticated transactions

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Houston seeks a junior to mid-level Associate with significant US equity and debt capital markets experience to join its Capital Markets practice. You will work on sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions, advising issuers, underwriters, investors, and financial institutions on high-profile matters.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of capital markets matters, with a focus on drafting, structuring, and advising on SEC reporting.

Qualifications

• JD or LL.M./foreign equivalent from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the New York Bar or eligible and in good standing.
• Approximately 2+ years of relevant transactional experience.
• Experience advising on equity and/or debt capital markets transactions.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with SEC reporting and disclosure requirements.
• Commercial awareness and ability to see the broader business context.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Client-service oriented, collaborative, and proactive.
• Fluency in English; international experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise on capital markets transactions, including IPOs, SPAC IPOs, and private placements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documentation such as registration statements and underwriting agreements.
• Assist in structuring debt capital markets transactions, including bond offerings and liability management transactions.
• Support clients with ongoing SEC reporting and disclosure matters.
• Manage drafting processes and coordinate execution with partners, clients, and internal teams.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practices to deliver integrated solutions.
• Develop into a trusted advisor by understanding legal and commercial aspects of offerings.

Skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

LL.M./foreign equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a junior to mid-level Associate with significant US equity and debt capital markets experience to join their Capital Markets practice in Houston. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions, advising issuers, underwriters, investors, and financial institutions on high-profile matters.

Duties

• Advise on a wide range of capital markets transactions, including IPOs, SPAC IPOs, and private placements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documentation such as registration statements and underwriting agreements.
• Assist in structuring debt capital markets transactions, including bond offerings and liability management transactions.
• Support clients with ongoing SEC reporting and disclosure matters.
• Manage drafting processes and coordinate execution with partners, clients, and internal teams.
• Collaborate with colleagues across various practices to deliver integrated solutions.
• Develop into a trusted advisor by understanding legal and commercial aspects of offerings.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree (or LL.M./foreign equivalent) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York Bar (or eligibility to become admitted) and in good standing.
• Approximately 2+ years of relevant transactional experience.
• Experience advising on equity and/or debt capital markets transactions.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with SEC reporting and disclosure requirements.
• Commercial awareness and ability to see the broader business context.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently and perform well under pressure.
• Client-service oriented, collaborative, and proactive.
• Driven by professional growth and long-term interest in business law.
• Fluency in English; international experience is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree (or LL.M./foreign equivalent) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the New York Bar (or eligibility to become admitted) and in good standing.

Skills

• Strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with SEC reporting and disclosure requirements.
• Commercial awareness and ability to see the broader business context.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently and perform well under pressure.
• Client-service oriented, collaborative, and proactive.
• Driven by professional growth and long-term interest in business law.
• Fluency in English; international experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive office culture encouraging learning and mentorship.
• Exposure to sophisticated transactions across industries and jurisdictions.