Corporate Associate - Securities/Capital Markets

About the role

The Corporate Associate - Securities/Capital Markets position at Faegre Drinker is open for lateral hires in any of our offices. Exceptional candidates may be considered for remote positions in other markets as well.

Responsibilities

• Represent issuers, investment banks, investors and other market participants in debt, equity and structured transactions
• Assist investment banks with regulatory compliance and advisory engagements
• Work with public companies on public securities offerings, including IPOs, registered direct offerings and structured deals, as well as PIPEs
• Manage transactions and lead due diligence teams
• Advising on registration requirements, drafting registration statements, RD purchase agreements, PIPE agreements and other offering documents
• Show excellent writing skills and superior academics
• Manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision

Requirements

• Three to five years of experience in securities law advice and capital markets transactions
• Specific expertise in capital markets and experience working at a large firm
• Familiarity with public securities offerings, including IPOs, registered direct offerings and structured deals, as well as PIPEs
• Additional expertise with public company reporting obligations and corporate governance requirements
• Experience advising on registration requirements, drafting registration statements, RD purchase agreements, PIPE agreements and other offering documents
• Excellent writing skills
• Superior academics
• The ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision

Qualifications

• Law degree from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• Passionate about providing high-quality legal services to clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Skills

• Strong legal research and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

Our firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Productivity and discretionary bonuses
• Life, health, accident, and disability insurance
• A 401(k) plan

Pay

The anticipated initial annual salary range for someone who is hired into this position is $180,000 - $300,000.

Schedule

All attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals are asked to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week, balancing in-person collaboration, relationship-building, and exceptional client service with individual flexibility and work-life balance.