Attorney - Investment Banking and Capital Markets

Truist Bank•Atlanta, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Truist is currently seeking a capital markets attorney to serve as an Associate General Counsel as a part of the Investment Banking and Capital Markets legal team. The Investment Banking and Capital Markets legal team provides legal services related to Truist Securities’ investment banking business, including debt and equity capital markets, M&A advisory, equity and fixed income sales and trading, and equity research. This role requires in-office presence and may be based in Charlotte, NC or Atlanta, GA. Remote work is not available for this position.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and licensed to practice law in good standing
Eight years of post-bar experience in a law firm, government, and/or corporate settings.
Possess superior written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize matters, utilize time management skills, and move between matters fluidly
Ability to handle a heavy workload, manage stress effectively and meet critical deadlines
Able to work autonomously without close supervision
Team-oriented mentality and excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products

Nice To Haves

Corporate securities experience at a large law firm, with substantial experience in equity capital markets
Some experience with M&A
Comfortable working in the entrepreneurial environment of a large, complex corporation

Responsibilities

Provide significant internal client legal support day to day
Responsible for assessing legal risk, providing legal advice, and/or assisting in resolving legal problems which may represent potential exposure to the company.
Keeps abreast of legislation, regulations, and case law developments that affect the company and the banking industry in area of practice.
May prepare and/or review documents and other instruments, represent the company in transactions, perform legal research and analysis, and maintain files and records
Identify need for and when necessary, select, engage, and direct outside counsel to undertake specific matters.
Serve as an individual contributor but may provide ad hoc work direction and supervision to other legal staff regarding support on active cases or projects.