Corporate Associate – Emerging Growth & Venture Capital

TPO search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 365,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading compensation

Exceptional benefits including mental health support

True mentorship culture

Job summary

A top-ranked AM Law firm in San Francisco is seeking a Corporate Associate with 5+ years of experience in corporate law. The ideal candidate will advise technology clients on venture financing and corporate governance while enjoying a collaborative culture and significant client interaction. With a competitive compensation package ranging from $365K to $435K and exceptional benefits, this position is ideal for those looking to grow within a leading firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of general corporate law experience.
• Deep familiarity with venture capital financings, public offerings, and SEC reporting.
• Experience with startup and emerging company representation across growth stages.

Responsibilities

• Advise technology and life sciences clients on venture financings and corporate governance.
• Assist with IPOs, follow-on offerings, and ongoing SEC compliance.
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements and investment documents.

Skills

Corporate law experience

Venture capital familiarity

Client counseling skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Top-tier law school credentials

California Bar admission

Job description

Corporate Associate – Emerging Growth & Venture Capital

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Vacancy: Corporate Associate Attorney

Experience: 5+ years

Salary: $365,000 – $435,000 (DOE)

Firm: AM Law 100 Firm

Location: San Francisco or Silicon Valley, CA

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of general corporate law experience
• Deep familiarity with venture capital financings, public offerings, and SEC reporting
• Experience with startup and emerging company representation across growth stages
• Strong corporate governance knowledge and client counseling skills
• Excellent academic credentials from a top-tier law school
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• California Bar admission or eligibility to waive in preferred

About The Role

A leading AM Law 100 firm with a nationally recognized technology practice is seeking a Corporate Associate to join its team supporting emerging growth and public company clients. The ideal candidate will have broad exposure to venture capital transactions, capital markets, and public company reporting. This group prides itself on a collaborative culture, high-level mentorship, and providing attorneys with significant client interaction from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise technology and life sciences clients on venture financings and corporate governance
• Assist with IPOs, follow-on offerings, and ongoing SEC compliance
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements and investment documents
• Support early-stage companies through growth, M&A, and exit strategies
• Build long‑term client relationships through exceptional service and responsiveness

Why Join?

• ✔ Elite Clients – Work with high‑profile startups, unicorns, and public tech companies
• ✔ Full Lifecycle Practice – Represent clients from formation through IPO and beyond
• ✔ Market‑Leading Compensation – $365K–$435K base salary + discretionary bonuses
• ✔ Exceptional Benefits – Fertility, parental leave, mental health, college coaching, and more
• ✔ True Mentorship Culture – Learn from experienced partners who invest in associate growth

About The Firm

This top‑ranked AM Law firm is known for representing the most disruptive and high‑growth companies across tech, biotech, and fintech sectors. With unmatched expertise in emerging company work and a team‑first approach, it offers a career path designed for long‑term success and development.

How To Apply

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