New York - Capital Markets Junior to Mid-Level Associates

Skadden

$260K — $310K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years of experience in high yield and investment grade debt and equity offerings
  • General corporate experience, especially advising on public disclosure and corporate governance
  • Strong academic background, preferably from a top-tier law school
  • Prior law firm experience in Capital Markets or related areas
  • Ability to handle complex legal issues and provide strategic advice

Responsibilities

  • Advise clients on debt and equity offerings, ensuring compliance with regulations
  • Provide counsel on corporate governance matters and public disclosures
  • Participate in negotiation and drafting of transaction documents
  • Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to assess legal risks and opportunities
  • Engage in strategic planning to support clients’ financial goals

Benefits

  • Enhanced mentor program tailored for lateral attorneys transitioning into the firm
  • Hybrid work model with in-office and remote work opportunities
  • Extensive pro bono program offering credit for community service work
  • Professional development resources to advance career objectives
Full Job Description
The Capital Markets team in the New York office is seeking outstanding junior to mid-level lateral candidates (i.e., class of 2023/2022) with expertise in debt (high yield and investment grade) and equity offerings (public and private offerings) as well as general corporate experience, including advising on public disclosure and corporate governance matters. High level of academic achievement and solid law firm experience preferred. The starting base salary for this position is expected to be between $260,000 to $310,000 annually. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other job-related factors, consistent with applicable law. This position may be eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus.

Associates who join Skadden laterally participate in an enhanced mentor program, which specifically focuses on the unique needs experienced attorneys face during professional transitions.

These efforts, along with our professional development and other Skadden benefits, including a hybrid work model*, offer a dynamic environment where all can shape their own career trajectories while contributing to groundbreaking legal work. We also have an extensive pro bono program that allows attorneys to devote, and receive credit for, time for myriad causes that spark their interests and matches those interests with the legal needs in the community.

*Our current hybrid work model consists of working Monday through Thursday in the office. Attorneys also receive the opportunity to work remotely for specified periods throughout the year.

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