Mid-Level to Senior Associate Life Sciences Job at Direct Counsel, San Francisco, CA

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  • Direct Counsel
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel, LLC is partnering with a leading global law firm to hire a highly qualified mid-level to senior associate to join the firm’s Life Sciences Transactional Group . This team represents public and private life sciences companies as well as dedicated healthcare investment funds , advising on a broad array of complex and high-value transactions.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and dynamic group with significant opportunities for professional growth and client-facing responsibility.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Advise clients on a range of transactions involving public and private life sciences companies and healthcare-focused investment funds.

  • Lead and support public capital markets transactions , including IPOs, follow-on offerings, and at-the-market (ATM) facilities.

  • Handle private offerings , including PIPEs and venture capital financings.

  • Provide counsel on Securities Exchange Act of 1934 reporting obligations (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K).

  • Manage M&A transactions involving both public and private companies, including structured deals such as earnouts, spin-outs, and product acquisitions.

  • Coordinate with clients and team members to drive deal execution and ensure legal compliance.

Qualifications:
  • J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school.

  • Member in good standing of the California State Bar, or eligible for prompt admission.

  • Law school class years 2018–2022 (4–7 years of experience preferred).

  • Significant experience advising life sciences companies or healthcare investment funds.

  • Strong knowledge of public company capital markets, securities regulation, and M&A.

  • Excellent drafting, communication, and negotiation skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple complex matters and interact directly with clients.

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Base Salary: $260,000 – $420,000 (based on experience and qualifications)

  • Performance-based discretionary bonuses

  • Comprehensive benefits including health coverage, paid time off, and retirement plans

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