Corporate, M&A and Securities Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Chicago seeks a Corporate and Securities Associate with at least two years of sophisticated corporate experience, notably in mergers and acquisitions. You will represent private equity firms and public companies, advise on governance and SEC reporting, and contribute to capital markets matters within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate has strong analytic, written, and verbal communication skills, excellent law school credentials, and an active U.S. license.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of corporate experience, preferably in M&A.
• Experience with SEC reporting and corporate governance is a plus.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Responsibilities

• Represent private equity firms and private companies in complex M&A transactions.
• Advise public companies on corporate governance and SEC reporting matters.
• Engage in capital markets transactions and shareholder activism issues.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys on high-profile corporate matters.

Skills

M&A

Corporate governance

SEC reporting

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Active law license

Job description

A law firm seeks an Associate for their Corporate and Securities practice group in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years of sophisticated corporate experience, particularly in mergers and acquisitions, and will join a dynamic team serving a diverse client base.

Duties

• Represent private equity firms and private companies in complex M&A transactions.
• Advise public companies on corporate governance and SEC reporting matters.
• Engage in capital markets transactions and shareholder activism issues.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys on high-profile corporate matters.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of corporate experience, preferably in M&A.
• Experience with SEC reporting and corporate governance is a plus.
• Strong analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active law license in a U.S. jurisdiction in good standing.

Skills

• Proficiency in handling sophisticated corporate transactions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Healthcare benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

"A commitment to the philosophy of excellence and superior client service is the foundation of this firm. Its attorneys value the importance of a personalized attorney-client relationship and are dedicated to giving the utmost attention not only to delivering prompt and efficient services to clients, but also keeping the client informed and involved. This firm has pursued the law with diligence and is committed to providing its clients with unsurpassed counseling, guidance, and support."