Associate

Capital Markets Associate — Securities, San Francisco

  • LocationSan Francisco, California
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience3–7 PQE
  • Compensation$260k–$420k
  • PracticeSecurities, Corporate

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Top-tier capital markets team in San Francisco is seeking a 3rd–7th year associate with strong public securities experience. The role focuses on public offerings (including IPOs and equity-linked transactions), ongoing SEC and exchange reporting and corporate governance matters for public companies, and advising underwriters and issuers across technology, consumer/retail and life sciences sectors.

The team handles complex, high‑profile transactions for sophisticated clients; successful candidates will be comfortable managing client relationships, handling varied day‑to‑day workflow, and working collaboratively across a national or international practice. The group offers competitive benefits and professional development support.

  • 3–7 years PQE in capital markets / public securities work
  • Experience on public offerings (IPOs, follow‑ons, equity‑linked transactions) and SEC/exchange reporting
  • Experience representing issuers and/or underwriters; comfort with company governance matters
  • Prior experience in the capital markets group of a national or international law firm and strong academic credentials

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