Life Sciences Corporate Associate: M&A, IPOs & Governance

Advocates Legal Recruiting; Washington; Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocates Legal Recruiting seeks a sharp mid-level Associate for a premier Life Sciences corporate practice. You will handle complex transactions across biotech, pharma, healthcare, and tech with a global client base.

The role involves leading equity financings, IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, and governance matters, with cross-border collaboration. A JD from a top law school and admission to a U.S. bar are required; 3–4 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of corporate and transactional law experience.
• Experience with equity financings, IPOs, M&A, and governance.
• Admission to a U.S. bar or eligibility to obtain promptly.
• JD from a top law school with outstanding academics.
• Life sciences deal work preferred, but interest in the sector is valuable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage components of sophisticated transactions for high-growth life sciences and healthcare companies.
• Advise on equity financings, IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, and public company reporting.
• Provide strategic counsel to boards and executives on governance matters.
• Collaborate with cross-border teams serving a global client base.

Skills

Corporate & transactional experience

M&A experience

SEC compliance

Cross-border transactions

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Advocates Legal Recruiting seeks a sharp mid-level Associate for a premier Life Sciences corporate practice. You will handle complex transactions across biotech, pharma, healthcare, and tech with a global client base.

The role involves leading equity financings, IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, and governance matters, with cross-border collaboration. A JD from a top law school and admission to a U.S. bar are required; 3–4 years of experience preferred.