Corporate amp Securities Counsel

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reduced billable-hour requirement

Exposure to Nasdaq/NYSE clients

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in New York City is seeking an experienced Corporate & Securities Counsel to join its team. The role focuses on representing large Nasdaq and NYSE-listed public companies on securities, governance, and capital markets matters, with a reduced billable-hour requirement.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of corporate & securities experience, a JD, and license to practice in the United States. The position emphasizes high-quality counsel and client service.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of corporate & securities experience.
• Experience at a large regional or national law firm, in-house, or SEC preferred.
• Substantial experience advising public companies on securities matters.
• Excellent academics and strong analytical abilities.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction or eligible to become licensed.

Responsibilities

• Advise public companies on Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934 matters.
• Handle securities offerings and capital markets transactions.
• Manage periodic reporting on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K.
• Oversee proxy statements and annual shareholder meeting matters.
• Ensure compliance with Section 16 reporting and beneficial ownership.
• Provide corporate governance and board advisory services.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Securities law knowledge

Corporate governance

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Corporate & Securities Counsel to join its team in New York City, NY. The role involves representing large Nasdaq and NYSE-listed public company clients across various industries, focusing on complex securities, corporate governance, capital markets, and regulatory matters. This position offers a reduced billable-hour requirement, allowing the attorney to concentrate on providing high-quality legal counsel and client service.

Duties

• Advise public companies on Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934 matters.
• Handle securities offerings and capital markets transactions.
• Manage periodic reporting on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K.
• Oversee proxy statements and annual shareholder meeting matters.
• Ensure compliance with Section 16 reporting and beneficial ownership.
• Provide corporate governance and board advisory services.

Requirements

• 8+ years of corporate & securities experience.
• Experience at a large regional or national law firm, in-house legal department, or the SEC preferred.
• Substantial experience advising public companies on securities matters.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong analytical abilities.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Licensed to practice law in the jurisdiction or eligible to become licensed.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in securities law and corporate governance.

Benefits

• Reduced billable-hour requirement.
• Focus on high-quality legal counsel and client service.