Securities Regulation & Corporate Governance Associate Attorney

Securities Regulation & Corporate Governance AssociateDirect Counsel is seeking a Securities Regulation & Corporate Governance Associate to join a premier corporate governance and securities advisory practice in Washington, D.C. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney looking to advise public companies on complex securities law, disclosure, and corporate governance matters while working closely with a highly regarded team of practitioners.The ideal candidate will have experience counseling public companies on SEC reporting obligations, Exchange Act compliance, and corporate governance issues.ResponsibilitiesAdvise public company clients on securities regulation and corporate governance mattersCounsel clients regarding: Exchange Act reporting requirementsSEC disclosure obligationsCorporate governance standardsBoard and committee mattersPublic company compliance issuesAssist with the preparation and review of: Annual reports on Form 10-KQuarterly reports on Form 10-QCurrent reports on Form 8-KProxy statementsOther SEC filingsMonitor and advise on evolving SEC regulations, stock exchange requirements, and governance best practicesConduct legal research and prepare memoranda on complex securities law issuesSupport boards of directors, management teams, and in-house legal departments on governance and disclosure mattersCollaborate with attorneys across capital markets, M&A, executive compensation, and regulatory practicesQualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law schoolLaw school class years 2020–2022Experience advising public companies on securities regulation and corporate governance mattersExperience with: Exchange Act disclosure requirementsSEC reporting obligationsCorporate governance standardsPublic company compliance mattersStrong legal research, writing, and analytical skillsExcellent communication and client counseling abilitiesAbility to manage sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environmentOutstanding academic credentialsCompensation & BenefitsSalary range: $310,000 – $390,000Compensation based on experience, qualifications, and other operational considerationsDiscretionary performance-based bonus opportunitiesComprehensive healthcare benefitsRetirement benefitsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Paid vacation and sick timeParental leaveBasic life insuranceWhy This OpportunityJoin a highly regarded Securities Regulation & Corporate Governance practiceAdvise leading public companies on sophisticated disclosure and governance mattersWork closely with experienced practitioners on cutting-edge securities law issuesSignificant client interaction and advisory responsibilityStrong mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth opportunitiesOpportunity to build deep expertise in public company governance and securities regulationDirect Counsel is committed to connecting exceptional legal talent with premier law firms and fostering inclusive hiring practices.