Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Associate

Type Full-Time

Location Washington - Seattle

Job ID Y36R416067

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 3 - Max. 5 Years

Ranking 4 : Medium to Large Business $$$$

Estimated Salary Highest Salary Band in the Market

Practice Areas

Corporate - M&A

Corporate - Venture Capital/ Emerging Companies

Corporate - General

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a midlevel corporate associate with experience in emerging companies and venture capital for its Seattle office. The candidate will provide legal guidance on corporate and transactional matters, supporting clients from formation to exit.

Duties

• Advise emerging companies and venture capital investors on corporate and transactional matters.
• Draft and negotiate venture capital financing documents, including term sheets and convertible notes.
• Provide legal guidance on corporate governance, including board and shareholder issues.
• Support clients in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic transactions.
• Conduct due diligence and assist in transactional closings.
• Act as outside corporate counsel to early-stage and late-stage private companies.
• Manage internal and external client and counsel relationships.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Must reside in the Seattle area at or prior to the time of hire.
• Licensed or ready to become licensed to practice law in Washington.
• Work in the office at least three business days per week.

Education

• JD from an ABA Accredited Law School.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Washington.

Skills

• Strong academic background.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Relevant transferable skills.

Benefits

• Not specified in the source.