Lateral Associate - Corporate: Financial Services Group

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 190,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Retirement savings plan with firm-con\

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in New York, NY seeks a lateral associate to join its Financial Services Group. The ideal candidate will handle regulatory, capital markets, and M&A matters for financial services firms, collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

The position offers hands‑on training, mentorship opportunities, and a path to advance within a premier law firm. JD required; NY Bar admission or eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months of experience at a major law firm.
• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with financial services firms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on regulatory and compliance issues.
• Assist in capital markets transactions and M&A deals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on financial services projects.
• Engage in hands‑on training and mentorship opportunities.

Skills

communication

team collaboration

legal research

drafting

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

NY Bar admission or eligibility

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a lateral associate to join its Financial Services Group in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will have experience in regulatory, capital markets, and M&A matters, with a focus on financial services firms.

Duties

• Advise clients on regulatory and compliance issues.
• Assist in capital markets transactions and M&A deals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on financial services projects.
• Engage in hands‑on training and mentorship opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum 18 months of experience at a major law firm.
• Experience with financial services firms is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admission to the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Proficiency in legal research and drafting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with firm contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.