About the job Senior Corporate Transactions Attorney
A nationally recognized mid-size law firm with offices across major U.S. markets, is seeking a Senior Capital Markets Attorney with substantial experience in private placements and capital-raising transactions.
This is a strategic growth hire within a thriving corporate and securities practice. The firm represents issuers, funds, sponsors, and emerging growth companies across a wide range of industries and offers the platform, support, and deal flow of a larger firm within a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment.
The ideal candidate is a senior attorney who can independently manage sophisticated capital-raising transactions from structuring through closing. This role requires deep experience advising issuers in private placements and related securities matters.
This is not a support-only role — the attorney must be able to lead transactions, advise clients directly, and drive deals forward.
A portable book of business is not required; however, a small portable book is welcome.
Key Responsibilities
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Draft and negotiate Private Placement Memoranda (PPMs) and related offering documents
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Structure and execute private and public capital raises
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Prepare investor disclosures and subscription documentation
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Advise clients on securities law compliance, including federal and state requirements
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Manage transactions independently from initial structuring through closing
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Coordinate with tax, corporate, and regulatory teams as needed
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Provide strategic counsel to clients on capital formation and growth strategies
Qualifications
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8+ years of experience in capital markets and securities transactions
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Significant experience handling private placements and capital-raising matters
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Demonstrated ability to independently manage transactions
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Strong drafting and negotiation skills
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Experience advising issuers, funds, sponsors, or emerging growth companies
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Portable business not required; modest portable book considered a plus
This Provides
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National platform with cross-office collaboration
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Strong deal flow and institutional client base
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Entrepreneurial culture with partner accessibility
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Strategic growth role with long-term advancement potential
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Competitive compensation aligned with experience
If you are a senior capital markets attorney seeking a platform that combines sophisticated work with meaningful autonomy and national reach, we welcome a confidential conversation.