Corporate & Securities Associate (3rd-5th year)

• New Corporate Mid-Level Associate (SPAC & IPOs) roles.
• Leading mid-size NY law firm, great culture, offering development & growth.

About Our Client

Opportunity to join well established, highly reputable, mid-size NY firm specialized in delivering high-quality legal counsel to a diverse and impressive client base. The firm is recognized for its expertise, collaborative and supportive environment.

Job Description

The Corporate & Securities Associate will enjoy a highly varied role:

• Advise clients on initial public offerings (SPAC experience highly desirable), secondary offerings, resales, registered direct offerings and other sales of securities.
• Draft, review and negotiate registration statements, private placement memorandums, purchase agreements, warrant agreements, convertible notes, registration rights agreements and other related documents.
• Draft and review comfort letters, circle ups, legal opinions and certificates.
• Work worth issuers, investment banks, auditors and financial advisers to execute deals.
• Share ideas and participate in deal structuring meetings.
• Communicate with the SEC, FINRA and Stock Exchange to obtain required clearances.
• Draft key compliance documents for NYSE and NASDAQ filings.
• Prepare and review public disclosures and securities filings: proxy statements, Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K and Section 16 filings.
• Stay informed of changes in securities laws and regulations impacting clients.
• Assist in mentoring junior associates as needed.

Page Executive is the specialist search arm to PageGroup/ Michael Page International, other brands include Michael Page, Page Personnel and Page Outsourcing. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, we have local specialist search consultants in 37 countries worldwide. Founded in 1976, originally focusing on Financial Services, we now recruit across multiple practice groups with legal and professional services search consultants worldwide.Candidates must be based in New York/ Tri-State area, able to work from the Midtown office 3-4 days per week, and have US work authorization now and indefinitely. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Corporate & Securities Associate should have:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission in good standing to the New York State Bar.
• Strong understanding of corporate and securities law (ideally 2nd-5th year with relevant experience).
• SPAC/ IPO experience beneficial.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and client service.
• Highly communication and collaborative approach.

What's on Offer

The successful Corporate & Securities Associate will benefit from:

• Competitive salary range of $188,000 to $292,000 USD annually.
• Competitive and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work within a well respected mid-sized firm in New York.
• Access to impressive clients, working on challenging and rewarding matters.
• Benefit from the firms commitment to career development and progression.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.

If you're ready to take your legal career to the next level, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact

Anna Jacobs

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