Securities Regulation & Corporate Governance Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Dallas | Hybrid

Securities Regulation & Corporate Governance Associate Attorney

$310,000 – $425,000+

A premier AmLaw 50 firm is seeking a Securities Regulation & Corporate Governance Associate Attorney to join its Dallas office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing public companies, boards of directors, executive leadership teams, and special committees in sophisticated securities law, SEC reporting, corporate governance, and capital markets matters.

Ideal Background

• 5+ years of securities regulation and corporate governance experience gained at a national or international law firm

• Experience advising public companies, boards of directors, board committees, executive officers, and corporate secretaries on securities law and governance matters

• Strong knowledge of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, SEC reporting requirements, stock exchange listing standards, and corporate governance best practices

• Experience preparing and reviewing Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, Section 16 filings, registration statements, and other SEC filings

• Experience advising clients on disclosure obligations, periodic reporting, ESG considerations, insider trading compliance, executive compensation disclosures, and shareholder engagement

• Experience supporting capital markets transactions, mergers and acquisitions, public company transactions, and securities offerings from a securities law and disclosure perspective

• Experience drafting board resolutions, governance policies, committee charters, and other corporate governance documentation

• Strong drafting, analytical, negotiation, and client counseling skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated public company matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Elite Securities Regulation & Corporate Governance practice

Sophisticated SEC reporting and public company advisory work

Opportunity to advise leading public companies and boards of directors on complex governance and disclosure matters

Significant client interaction and strategic advisory responsibilities

Strong mentorship, professional development, and partnership-track opportunities

Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment with market-leading compensation and benefits

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174