Capital Markets Associate Attorney

Job Title: Capital Markets AssociateLocation: NYCSalary: $225K–$365K + Competitive Benefits + Sign-on bonus (commonly six-figures)

Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.
Our client, a prestigious AM100 law firm, is looking to add a Capital Markets Associate to its growing New York corporate practice.
With a focus on sophisticated corporate transactions, high-quality client work, and a clear partnership-track opportunity, this is an excellent opportunity for an associate to develop their capital markets practice within an established team.
The firm is particularly interested in attorneys with 1–5 years of relevant experience who are keen to work on complex transactions, with exposure to the power and utilities industries considered an advantage, but not essential. Candidates with asset-backed or securitization experience are also encouraged to apply.
The OpportunityThe practice advises on sophisticated corporate and capital markets transactions, offering associates the opportunity to work closely with experienced practitioners and develop their technical expertise within a collaborative environment.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in capital markets or related corporate transactional work, excellent analytical and drafting skills, and an interest in developing their experience across complex transactions.
Experience in the power and utilities sector is preferred, although candidates without this background will also be considered.
What You'll Be Doing:Work on sophisticated capital markets and corporate transactionsAssist with the structuring, negotiation and execution of complex dealsDraft and review transaction documents, agreements and related legal materialsConduct due diligence and support transaction management from inception through closingWork alongside partners and senior attorneys on significant client mattersDevelop industry knowledge, particularly across the power and utilities sectorsSupport clients on a range of corporate financing and transactional matters
What They're Looking For:1–5 years of relevant legal experience (Class of 2021–2024)Experience in capital markets or sophisticated corporate transactionsStrong academic credentials and exceptional analytical and writing skillsAn interest in developing within a specialist capital markets practicePower and utilities experience preferred, but not requiredAsset-backed securities or securitization experience is advantageous, but not essentialNew York Bar admission preferred, and required within one year of joining if not already admitted
What's on Offer:$225K–$365K base salary + common six figure bonus + sign on bonusFull-time, partnership-track associate positionExposure to sophisticated corporate and capital markets transactionsOpportunity to develop sector expertise in power and utilitiesCollaborative team environment with experienced practitionersCompetitive benefits and wellness package
If you're a capital markets associate looking to take the next step in your career and gain exposure to sophisticated transactions within a leading corporate practice, reach out for a confidential conversation. xzbcwsv
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