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Corporate Associate (Capital Markets & Public Company Advisory)

$235k - $260k

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate to join a premier Capital Markets practice in Houston. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney looking to build a sophisticated securities and public company practice while working closely with issuers, underwriters, and public company clients.

The ideal candidate will have experience with securities offerings and public company reporting obligations, along with a strong interest in capital markets and corporate advisory work.

Responsibilities
  • Represent issuers and underwriters in public and private securities offerings
  • Advise public companies on:
    • SEC reporting obligations
    • Securities law compliance
    • Corporate governance matters
    • Public company disclosure requirements
  • Assist with equity and debt capital markets transactions
  • Draft and review registration statements, offering documents, and SEC filings
  • Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice on securities law matters
  • Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, finance, and capital markets practices
  • Support transaction execution from inception through closing
  • Work directly with clients on ongoing corporate and compliance matters
Qualifications
  • J.D. from an accredited law school
  • Law school class years 2023–2024
  • Experience representing issuers and/or underwriters in securities offerings
  • Experience advising clients on SEC reporting and compliance matters
  • Strong understanding of federal securities laws and public company obligations
  • Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills
  • Strong organizational and project management abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong academic credentials
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary range: $235,000 – $260,000
  • Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerations
  • Discretionary performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • Retirement benefits
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Parental leave
  • Basic life insurance
Why This Opportunity
  • Join a sophisticated Capital Markets practice
  • Work on public and private securities offerings for leading clients
  • Gain significant exposure to SEC reporting and public company advisory work
  • Develop meaningful client relationships early in your career
  • Strong opportunities for mentorship, training, and long-term professional growth

Direct Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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