Our client is seeking associates to advise emerging growth companies and the institutional investors that support them. In this New York City role, you can work across venture financings, M&A, and the day-to-day corporate needs of growing businesses.
The Work
- Represent both companies raising capital and institutional investors in venture capital financings, helping manage transactions from preparation through negotiation and closing.
- Support M&A transactions for emerging growth companies, coordinating transaction work and contributing to strategy through key milestones.
- Advise emerging growth company clients on a range of day-to-day corporate matters, responding to questions and providing practical legal guidance.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to inform transaction preparation, assess relevant legal issues, and support sound decisions.
- Draft and review transaction documents, contracts, and client correspondence with attention to accuracy, clarity, and business context.
- Build client relationships through regular updates, responsive communication, and collaboration with lawyers and business professionals.
What You Bring
- At least two years of experience in emerging growth company and venture capital work.
- Experience representing both institutional investors and issuers in venture capital financings.
- Experience with M&A transactions and advising emerging growth companies on day-to-day corporate matters.
- Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
- Sound business and professional judgment, close attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate persuasively and work collaboratively as well as independently.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York.
- Experience at a large law firm is preferred.
Why Consider It
The work combines venture financings for both issuers and institutional investors with M&A and ongoing company counseling, offering a broad view of the legal needs of growing businesses.
Associates collaborate with lawyers and business professionals, interact directly with clients, and can pursue continuing development in legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership.
The position includes regular in-office presence with some work-from-home flexibility, and the stated hiring range is $235,000–$435,000, varying by geographic market and candidate qualifications.
Compensation & Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance and a 401(k) are included in the benefits package.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.