3rd - 5th year Capital Markets Associate

Firm Overview Our client is a leading national law firm with a broad domestic and international platform, recognized for advising financial institutions, investment banks, public and private companies, private equity sponsors, and institutional investors on sophisticated corporate and financial transactions. The firm offers a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment with significant client exposure and opportunities to work on complex, high-profile matters across multiple industries. Position Summary The firm is seeking a Capital Markets Associate to join its Corporate and Securities practice in Miami. The ideal candidate will have experience representing issuers, underwriters, lenders, sponsors, and investors in a broad range of capital markets and corporate finance transactions. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced partners on sophisticated domestic and cross-border matters while assuming meaningful responsibility in a fast-paced practice. Responsibilities * Represent issuers and underwriters in public and private offerings of equity and debt securities, including registered offerings, Rule 144A offerings, and Regulation S transactions. * Advise public companies on securities law compliance, periodic reporting obligations, corporate governance, and stock exchange requirements. * Draft and negotiate offering documents, underwriting agreements, purchase agreements, disclosure documents, indentures, and ancillary transaction documents. * Conduct legal due diligence and coordinate transaction execution with clients, investment banks, auditors, and opposing counsel. * Assist clients with SEC reporting obligations, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, registration statements, and related filings. * Support mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, and other strategic transactions with securities law and financing components. * Advise clients on corporate governance matters, disclosure obligations, and evolving regulatory requirements. * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across tax, finance, real estate, restructuring, and other practice groups to deliver comprehensive legal solutions. Qualifications * J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school with strong academic credentials. * Active membership in, or eligibility for admission to, the Florida Bar. * Approximately 3-6 years of experience in capital markets, securities, or corporate transactions at a nationally recognized law firm. * Experience with SEC reporting, securities offerings, and corporate governance matters. * Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and project management skills. * Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a demonstrated commitment to client service. * Experience with cross-border transactions or Latin America-related matters is a plus but not required. Preferred Experience Candidates with exposure to investment-grade and high-yield debt offerings, equity offerings, private placements, structured finance, acquisition financing, or broader corporate transactions will be particularly well suited for this opportunity. Why Join This position offers the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized practitioners on sophisticated capital markets transactions for a diverse client base. Associates benefit from early responsibility, direct client interaction, mentorship from experienced attorneys, and a collaborative culture that supports long-term professional development.