Capital Markets Associate Attorney

2 weeks ago


New York, NY, United States Pernini Legal, LLC Full time
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - CAPITAL MARKETS
Corporate Finance & Capital Markets Practice Group

Location: New York, NY

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Our client, a global AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join its innovative Corporate Finance & Capital Markets practice. This is an outstanding opportunity to be part of a leading transactional team known for its deep industry knowledge, global reach, and cutting-edge deal execution across sectors including asset management, private credit, private equity, and life sciences.

Candidate Profile
  • JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
  • Active Bar Admission in New York, in good standing.
  • 5+ years of substantive experience in capital markets transactions.
  • Experience representing issuers, underwriters, and placement agents in public offerings and private placements of securities.
  • Proficiency in securities law compliance, including the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
  • Familiarity with business development companies (BDCs), registered closed-end funds, and other 1940 Act entities is a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex transactional workflows from diligence through closing.
  • Large law firm experience strongly preferred.
  • Strong drafting skills, commercial judgment, and a detail-oriented approach.
Key Responsibilities
  • Represent issuers, underwriters, and sponsors in equity and debt offerings, private placements, and other securities transactions.
  • Draft and negotiate offering memoranda, registration statements, underwriting agreements, and other transactional documents.
  • Advise clients on compliance with federal securities laws and regulatory filings under the 1933 Act and 1934 Act.
  • Work on a variety of capital-raising transactions, including IPOs, follow-on offerings, high-yield and investment-grade debt offerings, and sovereign bond deals.
  • Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, tax, and regulatory teams to structure and execute cross-border offerings and capital markets transactions.
Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to work with an internationally celebrated Capital Markets team that advises some of the world's most prominent clients on complex, high-value transactions. From groundbreaking IPOs to innovative debt financings, the group operates at the forefront of the financial markets. You'll gain hands-on experience with sophisticated matters while working in a collaborative and intellectually rigorous environment. The firm places a strong emphasis on professional development, mentorship, and innovation, providing you with the tools and support to take your practice to the next level.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive Salary: $365,000+, commensurate with experience and class year.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, extensive emotional health resource programs, social connectedness programs, 401(k) and retirement plans, generous PTO, parental leave, family concierge, commuter benefits, relocation allowance, professional development resources, and additional perks.


Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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