Associate — Emerging Companies & Venture Capital, San Francisco
- LocationSan Francisco, California
- Work typeOn-site
- Experience4–8 PQE
- Compensation$310k–$435k
- PracticeCorporate
A leading US law firm
Apply in confidence →High-growth technology and life-sciences focused law group in San Francisco seeks a mid-level EC/VC associate to lead financings and general corporate work for company- and investor-side clients. You will handle SAFEs and preferred-stock financings, corporate governance, formation and exit matters, and day-to-day counseling for founders, management teams and boards.
The role offers experience across the lifecycle of private companies (pre-seed through pre-IPO) and exposure to both startup and venture capital clients across industries such as AI, digital health, defense tech, gaming and fintech. The team operates as a dedicated EC/VC practice supporting high-growth companies and their investors.
Competitive compensation and a full benefits package are offered, including discretionary merit bonuses and extensive family and wellness benefits.
- 4–8 years of transactional EC/VC or emerging-growth corporate experience.
- Demonstrated experience with SAFEs, preferred-stock financings, corporate governance and formation/exit work.
- Comfort counseling founders, executives and boards; experience representing both company-side and investor-side clients a plus.
- Strong drafting, negotiation and client-management skills; admission to practice in the relevant U.S. jurisdiction.
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