Corporate Securities Associate (2nd7th Year)

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is partnering with a highly respected, full-service business law firm seeking a Corporate Securities Associate to join its nationally recognized Corporate Practice Group. This opportunity is available across multiple offices and offers sophisticated transactional work alongside experienced practitioners serving public and private companies, investors, and emerging businesses.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in public company securities matters, corporate transactions, and governance issues, with the ability to manage complex matters in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise public companies on compliance with the Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

• Prepare and review SEC filings, including periodic reports, proxy statements, and related disclosures.

• Counsel boards of directors and management teams on corporate governance matters and regulatory compliance.

• Draft and negotiate transaction documents related to mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and corporate finance transactions.

• Assist with entity formation, corporate maintenance, restructurings, and organizational matters.

• Support venture capital financings, licensing transactions, and strategic investments.

• Conduct legal due diligence and coordinate transaction closings.

• Work directly with clients, investors, financial advisors, and opposing counsel to facilitate successful transactions.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from a top-tier law school with outstanding academic credentials.

• Active bar membership and good standing in the jurisdiction of the candidate's home office.

• Experience handling a broad range of public company securities matters under both the '33 Act and '34 Act.

• Strong background in:

  • Mergers and acquisitions

  • Private equity transactions

  • Corporate governance and maintenance

  • Corporate finance

  • Licensing matters

  • Venture capital financings

• Excellent drafting, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple sophisticated matters simultaneously while delivering exceptional client service.

Practice Overview

Attorneys within this practice advise public and private companies, financial institutions, investors, entrepreneurs, and emerging growth businesses on a broad spectrum of corporate and securities matters. The team handles sophisticated transactions across numerous industries and provides strategic counsel regarding governance, compliance, financing, and growth initiatives.

The collaborative environment offers attorneys the opportunity to work closely with partners, develop meaningful client relationships, and build specialized expertise across a wide range of corporate disciplines.

Compensation & Benefits

The firm offers a comprehensive and highly competitive compensation package, including:

• Base salary ranging from $170,000 to $230,000 annually , depending on experience and qualifications.

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.

• 401(k) plan.

• Profit-sharing program.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• Generous paid time off.

• Professional development and advancement opportunities within a growing national platform.

This is an excellent opportunity for a corporate attorney seeking sophisticated work, strong mentorship, and a long-term career path within a dynamic and entrepreneurial practice.