Securities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney

S4L Partners; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

S4L Partners seeks an associate for the Securities & Capital Markets Group in Chicago, New York, Washington, DC or Miami. The role offers collaboration with shareholders, client-facing work, and strong professional development.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years at a top firm, with debt/equity experience and SEC reporting; J.D. degree and active bar admission in IL/NY/DC/FL required. Hybrid work policy with three days in-office, two remote.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience at an AM Law 100 firm in corporate, securities, capital markets and M&A.
• Experience handling debt and equity offerings, M&A transactions, and SEC compliance/reporting.
• JD degree and admission in good standing in IL, NY, DC or FL.

Responsibilities

• Contribute on debt and equity offerings and related securities work.
• Assist in M&A transactions and SEC compliance and reporting.
• Engage in client-facing activities, business development and shareholder interactions.

Skills

Securities Transactions

M&A Expertise

Strong Written Communication

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

The Opportunity:

We have an exciting opportunity for an associate to join the Securities & Capital Markets Group in our Chicago, New York, Washington, DC or Miami office. Our cohesive and collaborative team has a diverse and unique multidisciplinary practice that gives you the opportunity to work closely with shareholders and to participate in business development and client-facing activities. Our platform supports and encourages career development and thrives on excellent client service.

About You:

• You have 3-5 years of experience working for an AM Law 100 law firm in the areas of corporate, securities, capital markets and M&A, with strong transactional skills;
• You have significant experience working on debt and equity offerings, M&A transactions, and SEC compliance and reporting (prior experience with securitizations and aviation clients will be an asset);
• You have strong oral and written communication skills, and can work effectively as part of a team and independently;
• You have a J.D. degree and strong academic credentials, and you are admitted in (and in good standing with) the applicable jurisdiction (Illinois, New York, District of Columbia or Florida).

About our Client:

• They offer top-tier, interesting work in a more personalized work environment.
• They allow you to accept as much responsibility and client contact as you are ready to assume.
• They provide substantial professional development assistance in the form of training, mentoring and performance feedback.
• The compensation and benefits structure is competitive.
• They offer a hybrid work policy with three days a week in-office attendance and two days remote.