Corporate Associate - Securities/Capital Markets

About the role

We are actively recruiting an associate to join the Capital Markets practice group in any of our offices. Exceptional candidates may be considered to work remotely in other markets as well. Our Capital Markets team represents issuers, investment banks, investors and other market participants in debt, equity and structured transactions, as well as assisting investment banks with regulatory compliance and advisory engagements.

Responsibilities

• Advising on registration requirements
• Drafting registration statements, RD purchase agreements, PIPE agreements and other offering documents
• Managing transactions and leading due diligence teams
• Excellent writing skills
• Superior academics
• The ability to 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

Qualifications

• Excellent writing skills
• Superior academics
• The ability to manage multiple assignments with minimal supervision

Skills

• Strong legal research and analytical skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits

• 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

Attorneys, consulting professionals and paraprofessionals are asked to work from a Faegre Drinker office three days per week.