Capital Market Associate

Software Placement Group, SPG; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 265,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Unknown Firm in New York, NY or New Jersey seeks a Corporate Associate with strong capital markets and public company experience to join its national Capital Markets and Public Company Advisory practice. The attorney will advise innovative public company clients with a focus on SEC reporting, governance, and capital markets transactions.

Prior large law firm experience is highly preferred; strong communication and client-relations skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years capital markets experience.
• Experience advising large-cap and mid-cap public companies.
• Strong knowledge of SEC reporting and disclosure requirements.
• Knowledge of Nasdaq and NYSE listing standards and governance.

Responsibilities

• Advise public company clients on SEC reporting obligations and ongoing compliance.
• Prepare, review, and file periodic reports (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K).
• Prepare, review, and file proxy statements.
• Prepare, review, and file Section 13 and Section 16 filings.
• Counsel boards on governance and listing requirements.
• Support capital markets transactions and securities offerings.
• Draft transaction documents and client memoranda.
• Manage complex transactions from inception to closing.
• Collaborate across practice areas and stay updated on securities laws.

Skills

Capital markets

Public company experience

SEC reporting knowledge

Nasdaq/NYSE listing knowledge

Client relationship management

Legal research

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Location: New York, NY or New Jersey | Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid | Compensation: $265,000–$435,000 annually, based on experience and geographic location

Overview

A growing Securities Practice at a law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate with strong capital markets and public company experience to join its national Capital Markets and Public Company Advisory practice in either New York or New Jersey. This attorney will advise innovative public company clients with a focus on SEC reporting, corporate governance, and capital markets transactions; prior experience at a large law firm is highly preferred.

What you'll do

• Advise public company clients on SEC reporting obligations and ongoing compliance matters
• Prepare, review, and file periodic reports (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K)
• Prepare, review, and file proxy statements
• Prepare, review, and file Section 13 and Section 16 filings
• Counsel boards of directors and senior management on corporate governance and Nasdaq/NYSE listing requirements
• Support a broad range of capital markets transactions and securities offerings
• Conduct legal research and draft sophisticated legal documents, including transaction documents and client memoranda
• Manage complex transactions from inception through closing
• Collaborate with attorneys and business professionals across multiple practice areas
• Stay current on securities laws, SEC regulations, and market developments
• Participate in professional development, firm initiatives, and pro bono activities

Required qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission to practice law in New York or New Jersey
• Minimum of 3 years of capital markets experience
• Experience advising large-cap and mid-cap public companies
• Strong knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933
• Strong knowledge of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
• Strong knowledge of SEC reporting and disclosure requirements
• Strong knowledge of Nasdaq and NYSE listing standards and corporate governance requirements
• Experience advising public companies on securities law and governance matters
• Strong communication and client relationship management abilities
• Ability to manage sophisticated capital markets matters independently

Preferred qualifications

• Prior experience at a large law firm is highly preferred
• Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 firm is strongly preferred

Compensation and benefits

• Salary: $265,000–$435,000 annually, based on experience and geographic location
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Hybrid work arrangement in New York or New Jersey

Why this role

This is an opportunity to support a national Capital Markets and Public Company Advisory practice, advising innovative public company clients on high-profile SEC reporting, governance, and capital markets matters.