Emerging Companies & Venture Capital

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is seeking a 4–8 year ECVC Associate to join its nationally recognized Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (ECVC) practice. This role supports continued growth across the firm’s technology and life sciences platforms.

Job Summary

The Associate will lead and manage sophisticated transactional matters and serve as a key advisor to founders, executives, boards, venture capital firms, and institutional investors. The position offers hands-on responsibility across the full lifecycle of high-growth companies, from formation through financing, M&A, and exit.

Key Responsibilities

Advise company-side and investor-side clients on emerging company matters
Lead and manage SAFE and preferred stock financings
Support seed through later-stage venture financings
Handle M&A transactions and strategic corporate matters
Advise on corporate governance and board matters
Work directly with founders, management teams, and investors

Must-Have Qualifications

4–8 years of corporate law experience
Strong focus on Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (ECVC) and/or M&A
Currently practicing at an Am Law 50 firm
Demonstrated experience leading or significantly running transactions
Hands-on experience with:
SAFEs
Preferred stock financings
Corporate governance
JD from a Top 30 law school with strong academic credentials
Active bar membership (or eligibility to waive in)
Ability to meet in-office requirements for San Francisco or New York

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $310,000 – $435,000 annually
Bonus eligibility consistent with top-tier Am Law 50 compensation
Compensation aligned with experience, deal leadership, and market

Location & Schedule

Locations: San Francisco or New York
Hybrid work model

In-office requirements:

San Francisco: 2 days per week
New York: Tuesday–Thursday (3 days per week)

Office placement:

SF-designated roles may sit in San Francisco or New York
NY-designated roles must sit in New York

Equal Opportunity Employer

Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay: $310,000.00 - $435,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Confidential - to be discussed during interview

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