ECM/ DCM Associate, US Law Firm
Associate – Capital Markets (ECM / DCM), US Law Firm
Location: Singapore
Experience Level: 2–5 Years PQE
Practice Group: Capital Markets
The Opportunity
A premier US law firm is seeking a high-caliber Capital Markets Associate with 2 to 5 years of post-qualification experience to join its market-leading practice in Singapore.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a Singapore-qualified lawyer to advise corporate issuers, investment banks, private equity sponsors, and sovereign entities on high-profile, cross-border equity and debt offerings across the Asia-Pacific region. You will work alongside top-tier partners, gaining direct exposure to complex multi-jurisdictional transactions within an elite global platform.
Key Responsibilities
Deal Execution: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating offering documents, prospectuses, scheme documents, underwriting agreements, and indenture agreements for both ECM (IPOs, secondary offerings, block trades) and DCM (sovereign/corporate bonds, high-yield debt, EMTN programs).
Disclosure & Due Diligence: Leading legal due diligence workstreams, managing disclosure processes, and participating in key drafting sessions to ensure compliance with SEC, SGX, and regional market standards.
Regulatory Compliance: Advising clients on the Singapore Securities and Futures Act (SFA), SGX-ST listing rules, US Rule 144A / Regulation S frameworks, and ongoing post-listing compliance.
Cross-Border Management: Managing transaction execution from mandate to closing, coordinating closely with global offices, lead managers, financial advisors, and local counsel across APAC.
Client Engagement: Serving as a primary day-to-day contact for syndicate banks, financial sponsors, and corporate management teams during deal execution.
The Candidate
Qualified Lawyer: Singapore qualification is required. Dual qualification in England & Wales or the US is a distinct advantage.
Experience & Background: 2–5 years of PQE in ECM and/or DCM transactions with a top-tier Singapore practice (Big Four) or a leading international law firm.
Elite Academics: Outstanding academic record paired with rigorous technical training in capital markets legal frameworks.
Technical Sharpness: Deep familiarization with SGX regulations, public company disclosures, and international securities offering structures.
Execution & Drive: Highly organized self-starter capable of managing tight transaction deadlines, complex due diligence streams, and multijurisdictional workstreams independently.
Why Apply?
Marquee Deals: Direct involvement in high-profile APAC IPOs, US listings, and landmark sovereign and high-yield debt issuances.
Global Exposure: Bridge local Singapore expertise with international US cross-border transaction practices on a lean, high-visibility team.
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