Houston | Hybrid

Capital Markets Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Capital Markets Associate Attorney to join its Houston office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing public companies, investment banks, issuers, underwriters, and private equity sponsors in sophisticated capital markets and securities transactions.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of capital markets, securities, or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing public companies, issuers, underwriters, investment banks, private equity sponsors, and institutional investors

• Experience handling public and private offerings of equity and debt securities, IPOs, follow-on offerings, Rule 144A offerings, private placements, and other capital markets transactions

• Experience advising clients regarding SEC reporting, Exchange Act compliance, corporate governance, disclosure obligations, and securities law matters

• Experience drafting and negotiating registration statements, underwriting agreements, purchase agreements, offering memoranda, proxy statements, and other securities-related documents

• Experience managing transactions from initial structuring through closing while coordinating multidisciplinary deal teams

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Premier global Capital Markets practice

Sophisticated public and private securities offerings

Significant client interaction and deal responsibility

Opportunity to represent leading public companies, investment banks, and private equity sponsors

Strong mentorship and professional development

Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com