Securities & Capital Markets Senior Associate Governance

Paul Hastings; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 420,000 - 435,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul Hastings LLP in Washington, DC seeks a Securities & Capital Markets Senior Associate to prepare risk assessments and advise on shareholder engagement strategies, proxy rules, and board governance. You will draft Schedule 14A materials, respond to SEC comments, and help structure defenses against activist campaigns, including rights plans.

Candidates must have a JD or foreign equivalent and at least 3 years in securities regulation, with experience in mergers, corporate governance, and

Qualifications

• Requires a Juris Doctor or foreign equivalent degree.
• 3 years of experience in securities regulation and related areas.
• Experience with proxy contests, M&A structuring, and NYSE/NASDAQ compliance.
• Must be eligible for admission to the DC bar within 9 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare strategic risk assessments for clients.
• Advise on shareholder engagement strategies and proxy advisory firms.
• Review and revise corporate charter documents and governance policies.
• Advise on responding to notices of nomination and shareholder proposals from activists.
• Prepare Schedule 14A proxy statements and related SEC filings.
• Negotiate settlements with activist investors.

Skills

Regulatory analysis

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Education

Juris Doctor or foreign equivalent

Job description

Paul Hastings LLP in Washington, DC seeks a Securities & Capital Markets Senior Associate to prepare risk assessments and advise on shareholder engagement strategies, proxy rules, and board governance. You will draft Schedule 14A materials, respond to SEC comments, and help structure defenses against activist campaigns, including rights plans.

Candidates must have a JD or foreign equivalent and at least 3 years in securities regulation, with experience in mergers, corporate governance, and