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Robert Half is seeking an experienced Capital Markets Attorney to support a sophisticated legal team within a dynamic financial services environment. This role requires hands-on experience with securities offerings, capital markets transactions, and advising on U.S. securities laws. Ideal candidates will be able to work closely with underwriting, banking, and trading teams to deliver precise, business‑focused legal guidance.
Job Responsibility:
Advise on debt and equity securities offerings, including prospectuses, underwriting agreements, and 144A/Reg S transactions
Draft, review, and negotiate capital markets and financing documentation
Support derivatives, structured products, or trading desks with legal and regulatory analysis
Interpret and advise on U.S. securities laws, including the ’33 Act and ’34 Act
Prepare or review offering documents, disclosure schedules, term sheets, and legal opinions
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, issuers, bankers, and external counsel
Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, disclosure, and governance requirements
Requirements:
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (NY bar strongly preferred)
3–7+ years of capital markets experience within a law firm, investment bank, or in‑house legal department
Direct experience with: Securities offerings (debt, equity, public, private), 144A/Reg S transactions, Drafting and reviewing offering materials, Underwriting/dealer agreements, Derivatives or structured products
Strong knowledge of U.S. securities laws, including the Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Experience supporting investment banks, issuers, capital markets groups, or trading desks
Ability to provide concise, commercially‑minded legal advice
Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating: Offering memoranda / prospectuses, Underwriting agreements, Term sheets and disclosure documents, Opinions and related offering materials
Familiarity with: 144A/Reg S offerings, Structured products or derivatives, SEC reporting requirements and securities regulations
Strong communication skills and ability to advise senior business partners
Detail‑oriented, organized, and comfortable managing multiple transactions simultaneously
Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, transaction‑driven environment
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance