Lead and manage day-to-day execution of capital markets transactions, including with respect to debt, equity, and convertible debt/equity-linked transactions
Draft and review offering documents, including registration statements, prospectuses, underwriting agreements, and related filings
Coordinate due diligence processes and manage transaction timelines
Advise clients on securities law reporting, compliance, and disclosure requirements and SEC reporting and corporate governance matters
Take ownership of key deal workstreams and proactively drive transactions forward
Collaborate with partners, senior associates, and cross-functional teams across offices
Communicate effectively with clients, underwriters, and opposing counsel
Requirements
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school
3 - 5 years of relevant capital markets experience, ideally at an Am Law 100 firm
Repeat experience with public securities offerings, including with respect to debt, equity, and convertible debt/equity-linked transactions
Strong working knowledge of U.S. securities laws, stock exchange matters, and regulatory frameworks
Hands-on experience with debt, equity, and convertible debt/equity linked transactions
Experience representing both issuers and underwriters
Demonstrated ability to independently manage substantial components of transactions and run day-to-day execution
Excellent academic credentials and strong analytical, writing, and communication skills
Admission to the New York bar (or eligibility), or California bar for Silicon Valley candidates
Why Join Us :
Our lean deal teams provide associates with significant exposure and responsibility, accelerating development and client-facing experience. The team advises on a steady flow of sophisticated capital markets transactions, offering repeated exposure to complex equity and debt offerings.
This role is well-suited for associates seeking to deepen their capital markets and public company expertise and take on increasing responsibility and leadership opportunities as they progress toward senior roles.
New York Pay range for this role, with final offer amount dependent on skillset and experience, is $260,000 - $365,000.
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please contact us at PillsburyWorkday@pillsburylaw.com .
Benefits
Vision insuranceEquity / stock options
Additional Information
New York, New York
Job Description
Associate - Capital Markets
Pillsbury's Corporate & Securities Business Unit is seeking a highly motivated mid-level associate with substantial capital markets and SEC/public company reporting and corporate governance experience to join our Capital Markets/Public Companies (CAPM) team. This position is expected to be based in our New York office; exceptional candidates in our Silicon Valley office will be considered.
This role offers significant opportunities for hands-on deal execution, client interaction, and professional growth within our Capital Markets practice, including with respect to debt, equity, and convertible debt/equity-linked transactions.
Position Overview :
Our Capital Markets team is seeking a mid-level associate who can bridge the gap between junior associates and senior attorneys. This role is intended to strengthen mid-level coverage and support efficient deal execution across the team. The ideal candidate will be able to step into active transactions and independently manage day-to-day execution with minimal supervision and demonstrate leadership potential. This associate will take ownership of deal workstreams, proactively drive transactions forward, and coordinate across internal and external stakeholders. This role will play an important part in maintaining continuity quality across active matters and supporting delivering high quality work product across active matters to support sustained deal flow within the practice, while collaborating closely with senior attorneys who provide strategic guidance and mentorship.