Mid-level or Senior Corporate - Life Sciences Associate

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly qualified mid-level or senior associate to join its Life Sciences transactional group in San Francisco. This role offers the opportunity to handle a broad range of corporate transactions, focusing on public and private capital markets, M&A, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative and dynamic environment, providing excellent professional growth opportunities while working with a talented team. If you are passionate about life sciences and eager to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate transactions for life sciences and healthcare sectors.
• Strong understanding of public and private capital markets and M&A.

Responsibilities

• Handle corporate transactions for life sciences companies and healthcare funds.
• Lead public capital markets offerings and advise on SEC reporting.

Skills

Corporate Transactional Skills

Public and Private Capital Markets Knowledge

M&A Experience

SEC Reporting and Compliance

Client Management

Negotiation Skills

Education

J.D. (Juris Doctor) degree

Job description

Mid-level or Senior Corporate - Life Sciences Associate

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
2-13 yrs required

Posted on
Mar 11, 2025

Profile

Job Overview

A leading law firm is seeking a highly qualified mid-level or senior associate to join its Life Sciences transactional group in San Francisco. The ideal candidate will have experience handling a broad range of corporate transactions for life sciences companies and healthcare investment funds. This role focuses on public and private capital markets offerings, M&A, and reporting requirements for public companies. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and dynamic team that offers excellent professional growth opportunities.

Location

Duties

1. Handle a broad range of corporate transactions for life sciences companies and healthcare investment funds.
2. Lead or assist in public capital markets offerings (IPOs, follow-on offerings, ATM facilities).
3. Work on private offerings, including PIPEs and venture capital financings.
4. Advise clients on 1934 Act reporting, including filing Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K.
5. Participate in public and private company M&A transactions, including structured deals such as earnout-based transactions, product acquisitions, and spin-out transactions.
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on complex corporate matters in the life sciences and healthcare sectors.
7. Assist clients in navigating regulatory and compliance challenges.

Requirements

• Law school class years 2018 to 2022.
• Experience in corporate transactions, particularly in the life sciences and healthcare sectors.
• In-depth knowledge of public and private capital markets, M&A, and related transactions.
• Experience with public company reporting requirements and SEC filings (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K).
• Strong understanding of IPOs, follow-on offerings, PIPEs, venture capital financings, and structured deals.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Excellent client management and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• California bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in California, or eligibility to obtain California bar admission promptly.

Skills

• Strong corporate transactional skills, particularly in the life sciences sector.
• Knowledge of public and private capital markets, M&A, and healthcare investment funds.
• Experience with SEC reporting and compliance (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality legal services.
• Ability to handle complex negotiations and transactions.

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