Associate - Capital Markets (2-4 Years PQE)
Myn, Chicago, IL, United States
Associate – Capital Markets (2–4 PQE)
About the Opportunity A leading global law firm is seeking a highly qualified Associate to join its market-leading Capital Markets practice in Chicago. This is an outstanding opportunity to work within one of the most recognised and innovative capital markets teams globally, advising clients on high-profile transactions across domestic and international markets.
The team advises issuers, private equity investors, and investment banks on a full spectrum of securities products and capital raising solutions. With a reputation for thought leadership and innovation, the practice is at the forefront of pioneering new deal structures and helping clients navigate increasingly complex market conditions and regulatory frameworks.
The Practice The Capital Markets team supports clients in raising billions of dollars each year across equity and debt markets, including IPOs, direct listings, high-yield bonds, derivatives, and other sophisticated securities transactions.
Working closely with a centralised team of former senior SEC officials and experienced capital markets lawyers, the practice provides real-time advice on complex securities law, listing requirements, and regulatory issues across all major global financial centres.
The Role This position is suited to a 2nd through 4th year associate with strong capital markets and public company representation experience.
Key responsibilities include:
Advising issuers, sponsors, and investment banks on equity and debt capital markets transactions Supporting IPOs, follow-on offerings, high-yield debt issuances, direct listings, and other public and private offerings Assisting public company clients with SEC reporting, disclosure obligations, and corporate governance matters Advising on securities law compliance, stock exchange listing requirements, and regulatory developments Working on cross-border transactions and complex capital raising structures Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across the firm’s global platform
Candidate Profile
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in capital markets and public company representation Strong background from a leading law firm with exposure to sophisticated transactional work Experience advising on securities offerings and public company compliance matters Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills Strong academic credentials Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-performance environment Commercial mindset and strong client management skills
Why Apply
Join one of the top-ranked Capital Markets practices globally Work on headline transactions across multiple industries and jurisdictions Exposure to innovative deal structures and cutting-edge securities matters Strong mentorship and support from recognised market leaders Exceptional long-term career development opportunities
About the Opportunity A leading global law firm is seeking a highly qualified Associate to join its market-leading Capital Markets practice in Chicago. This is an outstanding opportunity to work within one of the most recognised and innovative capital markets teams globally, advising clients on high-profile transactions across domestic and international markets.
The team advises issuers, private equity investors, and investment banks on a full spectrum of securities products and capital raising solutions. With a reputation for thought leadership and innovation, the practice is at the forefront of pioneering new deal structures and helping clients navigate increasingly complex market conditions and regulatory frameworks.
The Practice The Capital Markets team supports clients in raising billions of dollars each year across equity and debt markets, including IPOs, direct listings, high-yield bonds, derivatives, and other sophisticated securities transactions.
Working closely with a centralised team of former senior SEC officials and experienced capital markets lawyers, the practice provides real-time advice on complex securities law, listing requirements, and regulatory issues across all major global financial centres.
The Role This position is suited to a 2nd through 4th year associate with strong capital markets and public company representation experience.
Key responsibilities include:
Advising issuers, sponsors, and investment banks on equity and debt capital markets transactions Supporting IPOs, follow-on offerings, high-yield debt issuances, direct listings, and other public and private offerings Assisting public company clients with SEC reporting, disclosure obligations, and corporate governance matters Advising on securities law compliance, stock exchange listing requirements, and regulatory developments Working on cross-border transactions and complex capital raising structures Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across the firm’s global platform
Candidate Profile
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in capital markets and public company representation Strong background from a leading law firm with exposure to sophisticated transactional work Experience advising on securities offerings and public company compliance matters Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills Strong academic credentials Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-performance environment Commercial mindset and strong client management skills
Why Apply
Join one of the top-ranked Capital Markets practices globally Work on headline transactions across multiple industries and jurisdictions Exposure to innovative deal structures and cutting-edge securities matters Strong mentorship and support from recognised market leaders Exceptional long-term career development opportunities