Corporate Associate, Capital Markets (2–4 Years)

Job overview

The Corporate Associate, Capital Markets (2–4 Years) role is hybrid in New York, NY, with an annual salary range of $235,000–$310,000, based on year classification. Direct Counsel represents a law firm seeking an associate for public company and capital markets work. The associate represents issuers or investment banks in securities offerings and advises public companies on compliance, disclosure, governance, and exchange requirements. The work supports clients' capital markets transactions and ongoing public-company obligations.

What you'll do

• Represent issuers or investment banks in IPOs, equity and debt offerings, PIPEs, and at-the-market offerings
• advise public companies on SEC compliance, disclosure matters, governance, and Nasdaq and NYSE requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

corporate associate

capital markets

hybrid

new york ny

direct counsel

public companies

ipo

equity offerings

debt offerings

sec compliance

$235k–$310k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Healthcare coverage for employees and eligible family members, 401(k), paid parental leave, family-building benefits, wellness reimbursements, 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support, childcare and parenting resources, health savings accounts with firm contributions, and flexible spending accounts.

Why this role

The posting seeks 2–4 years of law firm experience in capital markets and public company work, strong academic credentials, and drafting and analytical skills.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.