Capital Markets Legal Counsel

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$275,000.00/yr - $350,000.00/yr

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Compensation: Industry-Leading Base ($275,000-350,000) + Yearly+ Equity Bonus

New York, NY

Full-Time, 1 day remote

Sokol Associates Inc. is proud to be representing a leading global investment bank seeking an exceptional Capital Markets Attorney to join a New York-based legal team. This is a rare opportunity for a high-performing legal professional to advise on some of the most complex, high-profile equity and debt transactions in the industry.

What We’re Looking For:

• J.D. from a top-tier law school and admission to the New York Bar.
• 3-6 years of experience in capital markets at a leading law firm and/or investment bank.
• Deep familiarity with the Securities Act of 1933, the Exchange Act of 1934, and the rules governing public and private offerings.
• Experience across a range of capital markets products — IPOs, follow-ons, debt offerings, and structured securities.
• Sound judgment, commercial acumen, and the ability to advise senior stakeholders under tight deadlines.

Job Description:

• Provide end-to-end legal support for capital markets transactions across equity, debt, and hybrid instruments.
• Advise bankers and executives on SEC regulations, disclosure requirements, underwriting agreements, and liability management.
• Support offerings for domestic and cross-border clients, including 144A/Reg S, high-yield, investment-grade, and convertible debt.
• Coordinate with outside counsel, underwriters, and internal stakeholders to manage transaction execution and regulatory risk.
• Stay ahead of evolving U.S. securities laws, FINRA and NYSE/Nasdaq rules, and global capital markets trends.

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  Legal

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