Capital Markets Associate – Mid-Level (New York)

The People Of: Professional Services; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium health coverage

401(k)

Wellness stipend

Bar dues

CLE

Hybrid flexibility

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services in New York seeks a mid-level Capital Markets Associate to support IPOs, SPACs, and follow-on offerings. You will draft and negotiate pivotal registration statements and underwriting agreements, and interact directly with clients under tight regulatory timelines.

Ideal candidates have 3–4 years in capital markets at a top law firm, NY Bar admission, and strong analytical, writing, and deal-management skills.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of capital markets experience at a top-tier law firm.
• Proven track record with IPOs, SPACs, PIPEs or similar offerings.
• Familiar with Securities Act and Exchange Act frameworks.
• Admission to the New York Bar is required.
• Excellent analytical, writing, and deal management skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise issuers and underwriters on IPOs, SPACs, and follow-on offerings.
• Draft and negotiate registration statements, underwriting agreements, and offering documents.
• Oversee SEC reporting (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements) and Exchange Act compliance.
• Advise on governance, stock exchange rules, insider trading, repurchase programs, and broker-dealer matters.
• Supervise junior lawyers, coordinate due diligence, and manage external advisors.
• Interface with emerging companies, financial institutions, and alternative capital providers.
• Support long-term client relationships as trusted outside corporate counsel.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Deal management

Education

Admitted to the New York Bar

Job description

Capital Markets Associate - Mid-Level (New York)

Location: New York, NY

Experience: 3-4 Years | Capital Markets / Securities

A leading full-service law firm with a nationally ranked corporate practice is looking to add a mid-level associate to its high-performing Capital Markets team in New York. This group advises both public and emerging-growth companies, investment banks, and institutional investors across a wide spectrum of complex equity and debt transactions.

The Opportunity

You'll play an integral role on high-value deals, including IPOs, SPAC transactions, follow-on offerings, PIPEs, and private placements. Associates are trusted to lead drafting and negotiations, engage directly with clients, and help navigate regulatory complexity in fast-moving market environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise issuers and underwriters on IPOs, SPACs, and follow-on offerings
• Draft and negotiate registration statements, underwriting agreements, and offering documents
• Oversee SEC reporting (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements) and Exchange Act compliance
• Advise on governance, stock exchange rules, insider trading, repurchase programs, and broker-dealer matters
• Supervise junior lawyers, coordinate due diligence, and manage external advisors
• Interface with emerging companies, financial institutions, and alternative capital providers
• Support long-term client relationships as trusted outside corporate counsel

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 3-4 years' experience in capital markets at a top-tier law firm
• Proven track record with IPOs, SPACs, PIPEs, or similar offerings
• Familiar with Securities Act and Exchange Act frameworks
• Confident in drafting SEC filings and managing regulatory reviews
• Excellent analytical, writing, and deal management skills
• Admission to the New York Bar required

Why This Role

High visibility on headline-grabbing transactions

Supportive, collaborative team culture with direct partner access

Sector-diverse client base: tech, life sciences, financial services, energy, media, and more

Long-term career runway with real client ownership

Salary Band

Approx. $250,000-$310,000 base + discretionary bonus

Benefits

• Premium health coverage
• 401(k)
• wellness stipend
• bar dues
• CLE
• hybrid flexibility