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Corporate Associate Growth-Stage Transactions & Public Company Advisory at Kaizen Stackup

Kaizen Stackup Washington, District of Columbia

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description
Join a Team That Powers the Public Markets
Now Hiring: Mid-Level Corporate Associate – Capital Markets & Public Companies
Locations: Bay Area (Silicon Valley or SF), Seattle, Santa Monica, New York, or DC | #LI-HYBRID

The Opportunity
Are you a deal-savvy corporate attorney with a passion for taking companies public and navigating complex regulatory terrain? Our fast-growing Capital Markets & Public Companies team is looking for a sharp mid-level associate (3+ years) who’s ready to advise the next wave of market leaders in tech and life sciences.

From IPOs to SPACs, SEC filings to shareholder meetings—you’ll work at the heart of the innovation economy, guiding clients through the challenges (and opportunities) of the public markets.

What You’ll Be Working On:

  • Advising public companies on SEC compliance, disclosure, governance, and exchange requirements

  • Representing issuers or underwriters in capital markets transactions (IPOs, follow-ons, SPACs, direct listings, etc.)

  • Collaborating with founders, executives, and boards at some of the most cutting-edge tech and life sciences companies

  • Partnering with top-tier colleagues in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

We're Looking For Someone Who Has:
3+ years of corporate law experience focused on public companies and/or investment banks
A strong understanding of capital markets transactions & public company reporting requirements
Experience advising on SEC and exchange compliance, disclosure obligations, and governance issues
Stellar writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
A JD from a top law school and admission to (or eligibility for) the bar in the office where you’ll work

Bonus points if you’ve:

  • Worked closely with tech or life sciences companies

  • Navigated a client through the IPO process or worked on SPACs or follow-ons

  • Gotten excited reading a proxy statement (hey, we see you )

Compensation Range:
Base salary: $255,000 – $395,000

  • Discretionary bonus

  • Full suite of benefits (health, vision, dental, HSA/FSA, wellness, life insurance, and more)

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