Capital Markets Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Short Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Capital Markets Associate for its Short Hills, NJ office. The role involves advising public companies on reporting, compliance, governance, and capital markets matters, supporting a national capital markets and public company advisory practice.

The candidate will conduct detailed research, draft agreements and contracts, and manage complex transactions from inception to resolution while contributing to business development and pro bono initiatives in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of capital markets experience.
• Experience with large cap and mid cap public companies.
• Strong knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
• Admitted to practice in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis.
• Draft legal documents, including briefs and contracts.
• Manage complex cases and transactions from inception to resolution.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop case strategies.
• Participate in hearings and negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.

Skills

Capital markets

Regulatory compliance

Legal research

Negotiation

Education

JD degree

Job description

Overview

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a Capital Markets Associate to join its Short Hills, NJ office. This role involves working with public companies on reporting, compliance, corporate governance, and capital markets. The associate will support a national capital markets and public company advisory practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis.
• Draft legal documents, including briefs and contracts.
• Manage complex cases and transactions from inception to resolution.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop case strategies.
• Participate in high-level legal activities such as hearings and negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.
• Engage in professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to firm programs and pro bono work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of capital markets experience.
• Experience with large cap and mid cap public companies.
• Strong knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
• Experience with Nasdaq and NYSE listing and governance requirements.
• AmLaw 100 law firm experience preferred.

Education

• JD degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the state of New Jersey.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and good business judgment.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Persuasive communication and management skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.