Senior Corporate Counsel – Securities Capital Markets

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders who originate and underwrite public and private debt securities issuances (investment grade and high yield debt).
• Review, draft, and negotiate transaction documentation on a wide variety of capital markets transactions including public offerings, 144A/Reg S transactions, private placements and liability management transactions.
• Work closely with the front office to support the real‑time execution of capital markets transactions.
• Advise business units and other support partners (Compliance, Risk Management, etc.) regarding securities laws and regulations, SEC/FINRA Rules and related risks.
• Stay abreast of relevant market, legal and regulatory developments.
• Assist in training business units regarding legal risks and regulatory changes, including advising on regulatory change projects relating to securities sales and trading.
• Become familiar with relevant U.S. Bank policies and procedures, ranging from AML/KYC matters to onboarding foreign investors.
• Work closely with business lines and support partners to ensure continuous compliance with laws, regulations and policies.

Requirements

• Licensed by and in good standing with the appropriate state bar association or other appropriate state attorney licensing authority.
• Five to eight years of relevant experience.
• Thorough and current knowledge of laws and regulations impacting the subject matter and/or business line supported by the attorney.
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Strong commitment to client service.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in providing legal advice on public and private debt securities issuances, with a strong focus on compliance with SEC/FINRA rules and regulations. Capable of drafting and negotiating transaction documentation while ensuring continuous adherence to relevant laws and internal policies.