Capital Markets Associate

Capital Markets Associate

Location: San Francisco, Palo Alto Silicon Valley & Los Angeles

Practice Group: Capital Markets / Securities

Firm Type: Top-Tier AmLaw / Global Law Firm

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Capital Markets Associate (2–5 PQE) to join our San Francisco office. The associate will work with emerging growth companies, public companies, investment banks, and private equity sponsors on a broad range of equity and debt capital markets transactions.

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile transactions in the technology and life sciences sectors, often involving venture-backed companies and major investment banks.

Key Responsibilities

Required Qualifications

• JD from a top law school.
• Admission to the California Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
• 2–6 years of experience in capital markets or securities at a major law firm.
• Experience working on IPO and public securities offerings.
• Strong understanding of U.S. securities laws and regulations.

Preferred Experience

• Experience representing technology or venture-backed companies.
• Familiarity with venture capital and growth-stage financing ecosystems in Silicon Valley.
• Experience advising investment banks such as Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, or JPMorgan Chase.

Key Skills

• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deals simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and commercial judgment.
• Client-facing communication skills.

How to apply: If this role is of interest please feel free to contact me directly at max.ohagan@hialegal.com