Corporate Associate, Startup and Venture Capital

Michael Page

Mountain View, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$260,000–$390,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Best Practices, Biology, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Governance, Cross-Functional, Due Diligence, Executive Recruiting, Industry/Trade Analysis, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Mergers and Acquisitions, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Professional Services, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis, Startup, Team Player, Venture Capital, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Mountain View, CA
POSTED
12 days ago

A corporate associate role advising startups, venture capital investors, and emerging companies. The position involves hands‑on transactional work with growing technology and life sciences businesses.

Client Details

Our client is a technology‑focused law firm with a highly regarded corporate practice serving innovative companies and investors. The firm advises clients at every stage of growth, combining deep industry knowledge with a collaborative culture and a strong commitment to professional development across its offices.

Description

  • Advise clients on corporate governance, structuring, and compliance matters.
  • Draft and negotiate complex agreements, including financing and investment documents.
  • Support startups and venture capital firms in various stages of growth and investment.
  • Conduct due diligence and risk assessments for mergers, acquisitions, and other transactions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored legal solutions to clients.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in the professional services sector.
  • Provide strategic guidance to clients on equity and debt financing matters.
  • Assist in the resolution of legal disputes and ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Profile

A successful candidate should have:

  • 3+ years of experience in a sophisticated corporate practice
  • Focus on startup, venture capital, or emerging company work
  • Interest in technology and/or life sciences companies
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
  • Prior law firm experience required; in‑house candidates considered with prior firm experience
  • Bar admission or eligibility in the relevant jurisdiction

Job Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from $260,000 to $390,000 USD, based on JD year and other relevant factors.
  • Comprehensive benefits, including healthcare, life insurance, and health savings accounts.
  • Access to flexible spending accounts and wellbeing programs.
  • Opportunities to work with innovative startups and leading venture capital firms in Silicon Valley.
  • A supportive and professional work environment in the professional services industry.

Page Executive is the global executive search, senior leadership recruitment, and executive advisory arm of PageGroup plc.

PageGroup PLC was established in the United Kingdom in 1976. With over 45 years of experience, PageGroup is a globally recognized leader in professional recruitment.

Operating across 36 markets with more than 130 offices, our expertise spans multiple industries and job functions. We provide tailored recruitment solutions through four distinct brands.

About the Company

M

Michael Page

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the Americas, UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and Africa.

In the US, we focus on the areas of:

  • Advisory
  • Banking and Financial Services
  • Finance and Accounting
  • Engineering and Manufacturing
  • Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • Human Resources
  • Information Technology
  • Legal
  • Marketing
  • Page Personnel Office Support
  • Oil and Gas
  • Procurement and Supply Chain
  • Real Estate and Construction
  • Sales
COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1976
WEBSITE
http://www.michaelpage.com/