Corporate Securities Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability income protection

Paid parental leave

Retirement planning

College coaching

Child and elder care

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a mid-level Corporate Securities Associate in New York with a solid background in securities matters and/or lending. The ideal candidate will enjoy a broad-based corporate practice and have at least five years of law firm experience.

The role emphasizes drafting, negotiation, due diligence, and collaboration on cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. We offer a hybrid work policy and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Minimum five years of law firm M&A experience.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law and securities regulations.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on mergers and acquisitions and securities offerings.
• Draft and negotiate complex transactional documents.
• Conduct due diligence investigations and reports.
• Manage junior attorneys and paralegals on transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for deal execution.
• Stay updated on developments to provide strategic advice.
• Represent clients in negotiations and dispute resolution.
• Ensure compliance with 34 Act and 33 Act where applicable.

Skills

Corporate law

Securities regulations

Drafting

Negotiation

Due diligence

Project management

Communication

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated mid-level Corporate Securities Associate with a solid background in securities matters and/or lending work in New York. The ideal candidate will enjoy a broad-based corporate practice and have at least five years of law firm experience.

Duties

• Provide expert legal advice on mergers and acquisitions, private securities offerings, and corporate governance.
• Draft and negotiate complex transactional documents, including purchase and shareholder agreements.
• Conduct due diligence investigations and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Manage and oversee junior associates and paralegals on transactions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless deal execution.
• Stay updated on legal developments to provide strategic advice.
• Represent clients in negotiations and dispute resolution processes.
• Public securities and stock exchange compliance, including 34 Act and 33 Act, is a plus.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of five years of law firm experience in mergers and acquisitions.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law, securities regulations, and governance principles.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Bar admission required in the attorney's resident and/or affiliated office.

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Bar admission in the attorney's resident and/or affiliated office.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of corporate law and securities regulations.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• Health benefits, life insurance, and disability income protection.
• Paid parental leave.
• Retirement savings and planning.
• College coaching, child and elder care offerings.
• Hybrid work policy.