Venture Capital & Tech Transactions Associate

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate venture capital investment documents including term sheets, SHA (shareholders' agreements), and Articles of Association under Israeli Companies Law 5759-1999
• Advise Israeli startups and VC funds on seed rounds, Series A-D financings, bridge loans, and convertible instruments (SAFEs, convertible notes)
• Handle legal due diligence for technology investments, reviewing IP ownership, employment agreements, and regulatory compliance
• Advise on Israel Innovation Authority (formerly Office of the Chief Scientist) grant compliance and IP transfer restrictions
• Support M&A exits including share sales, asset deals, and merger transactions for portfolio companies
• Draft option plans (ESOP/102 plans) and advise on Israeli tax-advantaged equity compensation under Section 102 of the Income Tax Ordinance
• Collaborate with international counsel on cross-border structuring for Israeli startups with US parent companies

• Israel Bar Association membership with active practicing license
• 2-5 years of corporate/VC experience at a leading Israeli law firm
• Strong knowledge of Israeli Companies Law 5759-1999 and venture capital market practices
• Familiarity with Section 102 equity incentive plans and Israel Innovation Authority grant regulations
• LLB from Hebrew University, Tel Aviv University, Bar-Ilan University, or equivalent top Israeli law faculty
• Fluent Hebrew and English with strong drafting skills in both languages
• Passion for the Israeli technology ecosystem and Start-Up Nation innovation