Securities & Public Company Associate (Hybrid)

DLA Piper; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 310,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a mid to senior-level corporate associate to join our capital markets group. The role focuses on public company reporting, governance, and complex securities offerings for issuers and underwriters; life science, tech, and digital asset clients are a key focus across national practice.

Qualified candidates will have a JD, bar admission, and at least four years of public company and capital markets experience, with strong knowledge of the 1933 Act, 1934 Act, and exchange

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Bar admission to practice in the state where office is located.
• Minimum 4 years of public company and capital markets experience.
• Strong knowledge of Securities Act of 1933 & 1934 and exchange listing standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal research to support transaction prep and strategy.
• Draft memos, contracts, and correspondence with precision.
• Assist/manage complex transactions from inception to close.
• Interact with clients and maintain professional relationships.
• Collaborate with lawyers and business professionals to develop strategies.

Skills

Communication

Research

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Judgment

Organization

Team collaboration

Persuasive writing

Leadership

Education

JD

Law degree

Bar admission

Tools

N/A

Job description

DLA Piper is seeking a mid to senior-level corporate associate to join our capital markets group. The role focuses on public company reporting, governance, and complex securities offerings for issuers and underwriters; life science, tech, and digital asset clients are a key focus across national practice.

Qualified candidates will have a JD, bar admission, and at least four years of public company and capital markets experience, with strong knowledge of the 1933 Act, 1934 Act, and exchange