Associate, Transactions, United States-California

11th May, 2026 Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a global law firm, who are looking to recruit an experienced Associate to join their Transactions team based in San Francisco. JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: $260,000 - $390,000 Per Annum WORK TYPE: Permanent WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: San Francisco JOB ROLE We are seeking a talented and driven Corporate Associate to join one of our clients. This role offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of high-value matters, including emerging companies and venture capital (ECVC) financings, mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, and general corporate advisory work. You will advise a diverse client base, including publicly and privately held companies, private equity funds, investors, and entrepreneurs. Our firm prides itself on fostering an energetic, collaborative culture that values integrity, strong work ethic, and ongoing personal and professional development. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: Advise clients on venture capital and early-stage financings Support mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, and joint ventures Provide general corporate counseling across a range of industries Work closely with investors, founders, and management teams on strategic transactions THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Proven experience in venture capital/early-stage financings and corporate transactions Strong background in M&A, private equity, and general corporate matters Exposure to capital markets transactions and public company reporting is advantageous JD from an ABA Law School Admitted to the California Bar 3 - 5 years PQE Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Josh Savage at Tempting Recruitment NOW.