Palo Alto Corporate Associate

Palo Alto Corporate Associate
Location: Silicon Valley, CA
Experience: 3–4 Years PQE | Corporate & Venture Capital Focus

An elite corporate law team is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate (3–4 years PQE) with experience in tech and life sciences to join its Palo Alto office. This role offers hands-on exposure to start-ups, venture capital financings, IPOs, and public company reporting, with the opportunity to work directly with clients and manage a team of associates and paralegals.

About the Team
Join a collaborative corporate group advising innovative tech and life science companies across funding rounds, equity financings, IPOs, and M&A transactions. The team is known for its client-focused approach, mentorship, and entrepreneurial culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support VC/private financings, IPOs, and other corporate transactions

• Draft and negotiate corporate agreements and related documentation

• Supervise and coordinate associates and paralegals on deal execution

• Advise clients and investors on corporate governance and reporting

Who You Are

• 3–4 years of corporate transactional experience, ideally with VC or tech/life sciences clients

• Skilled in drafting and negotiating financing and corporate agreements

• Proven ability to manage deal flow and coordinate teams

• Strong analytical, communication, and drafting skills

• Member of a U.S. Bar in good standing

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $260,000–$365,000 (DOE)

• Discretionary merit bonuses

• Comprehensive benefits including wellness, family-building, parental leave, 401(k), health coverage, and professional development

Interested?
Contact Freddie at freddie@thepeopleof.co.uk to express interest or learn more.
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