Sr. Securities Attorney Advanced Tax Strategy

Constellation Search Group is looking for a Senior Corporate Securities Attorney for a full-time direct hire position. This role is designed for an experienced attorney with expertise in private securities offerings, private fund formation, and advising registered investment advisers (RIAs) and their principals. The position is primarily focused on delivering practical, business-focused guidance on U.S. federal and state securities compliance, with a strong emphasis on private placements and exemptions from SEC registration.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver practical, business-focused guidance on U.S. federal and state securities compliance for domestic and foreign issuers, with a strong emphasis on private placements and exemptions from SEC registration.
• Advise registered investment advisers (RIAs) on securities, regulatory, compliance, disclosure, and governance matters, including coordination with fund formation and offering activities.
• Draft and oversee private offering materials, subscription documents, operating agreements, and related regulatory compliance.
• Identify securities compliance and governance issues; provide clear, practical solutions for privately held companies and investment sponsors.
• Monitor regulatory changes and develop internal securities compliance policies and client-facing training programs.
• Manage multiple client relationships and collaborate with accountants, investment professionals, and other advisors.
• Mentor junior attorneys and legal staff.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of securities law experience, including significant work with private securities offerings, venture capital financing, startup counseling, Regulation D, A, and S, and private fund formation.
• Demonstrated experience advising RIAs, fund managers, or investment sponsors on securities and regulatory matters.
• Strong background in preparing private placement memoranda and related disclosure documents.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Colorado (or ability to obtain admission).
• Deep knowledge of private securities offerings (equity, debt, and convertible instruments), investor qualification, disclosure obligations, and SEC compliance.
• Strong understanding of securities law, SEC regulations, and corporate governance, particularly as applied to privately held companies and investment advisers.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating in a complex, fast-moving practice area.
• Excellent drafting skills and sound judgment in selecting practical legal strategies.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proven leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Business-development mindset and interest in a long-term role within a growing firm.

Benefits:

A comprehensive benefits package is provided including medical, dental and vision coverage along with a retirement savings plan.

Salary Disclaimer:

Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We are deeply committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We believe that different backgrounds and life experiences make our team better. We do not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual preference, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by local law or ordinance.