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Corporate Associate, Startup and Venture Capital Group

Fenwick & West · New York, United States · 6 days ago
HybridBusiness Development$260k–$390k/yrFull-time

About the role

We are seeking mid-to-senior level corporate associates with at least three (3+) years of experience in a sophisticated corporate law practice with a focus on startup, venture capital, and emerging company representation, for our Bay Area (Mountain View or San Francisco), Seattle, Boston, New York, or Santa Monica offices.

Responsibilities

  • Provide legal advice and counsel to technology and life sciences companies at all stages of development.
  • Handle transactions involving mergers and acquisitions and capital markets for such companies.
  • Assist with regulatory compliance and compliance with industry-specific laws and regulations.
  • Prepare and review contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
  • Represent clients in negotiations and mediations.
  • Conduct legal research and analysis to support client needs.

Requirements

  • At least three (3+) years of experience in a sophisticated corporate law practice with a focus on startup, venture capital, and emerging company representation.
  • Experience with, or affinity for, technology and/or life sciences companies.
  • Experience with M&A and/or Capital Markets for such companies is a plus.
  • Superior academic credentials.
  • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

  • Barred in the jurisdiction for which you are applying or eligible to sit/waive into the next bar exam.

Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Effective communication and negotiation skills.
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefit program including Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing.
  • Discretionary bonus for eligible employees based on performance.

Pay

The anticipated range for this position is $260,000 - $390,000 depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

Schedule

Full-time position.

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