Working at Vela Wood

VW provides a fun and relaxed team culture, where we care about your interests and the time you spend at work, as well as at home.

We offer reduced hours requirements, opportunities to work abroad, and best-in-class benefits, including excellent medical insurance packages, a matching 401(k) retirement plan, firm-paid short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, generous PTO plans, and paid parental leave.

VW prioritizes career development and providing opportunities to diversify and broaden your experience.

SAFE Alliance Collaboration

VW has signed the SAFE Pledge – which provides a roadmap for organizations to recognize the signs of abuse and domestic violence, and to provide support and intervention.

At Vela Wood, we believe that we can be an active part of ending family violence and supporting those affected by it. To do that, we pledge to:

  • Provide resources within our workplace and our community that will raise awareness about family violence, help people recognize potentially abusive or violent situations, and offer support safely.
  • Identify two representatives to receive SAFE Pledge Training from SAFE, so that they can effectively develop, review, and implement policies that support employees who may be affected by family violence.
  • Create and publish comprehensive company policies that support employees who may be affected by family violence.
  • Work in partnership with SAFE to support their mission to stop abuse for everyone.


Current Openings


Chief of Staff
Full Time
Location(s):
Dallas

We are seeking a Chief of Staff to support firm leadership in executing strategic initiatives and driving operational efficiency across departments.

Vela Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Executive Assistant
Full Time
Location(s):
Dallas

We have an extraordinary opportunity for someone to join our team in the Dallas office as the Executive Assistant to the Managing Partner. This is a varied role for someone who thrives in a rewarding and challenging role; and who will enjoy providing both professional and personal support for the Managing Partner.

Vela Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Legal Assistant
Full Time
Location(s):
Austin

We have an extraordinary opportunity for a legal assistant to join our team in Austin. This is a varied role for someone who likes to keep busy and will enjoy supporting our growing office. The role will focus on our Litigation and Bankruptcy practice.

Vela Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Legal Assistant – Venture
Full Time
Location(s):
Dallas

We have an extraordinary opportunity for someone to join our team in the Dallas office as the Legal Assistant to the Managing Partner. This role is perfect for an experienced legal assistant with an authentic desire to work with startups and in the venture capital industry, or for a recent college graduate who would like two to three years of intense law firm experience before going to law school.

Vela Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Litigation Attorney
Full Time
Location(s):
Austin

We are seeking a talented and experienced Litigation Attorney who can be based in either our Austin or Dallas office. This opportunity is a great match for attorneys with at least 4 years of experience in litigation and general disputes, but ideally the candidate will have 6 or more years of experience.

Vela Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Marketing Intern
Part Time
Location(s):
Dallas

We are seeking a Marketing Intern to join our Dallas team! This role will assist with website maintenance, social media content, blogs, newsletters, and other marketing-related tasks while gaining hands-on experience in digital marketing and brand management.

Vela Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Venture Analyst
Full Time
Location(s):
Dallas

We have an extraordinary opportunity for a Venture Analyst to join our Dallas team! The role will focus on supporting our Venture practice and will play a critical role in executing venture transactions, supporting firm clients and internal team members, and assisting with client requests. This role offers a unique opportunity to build valuable venture modeling experience and become an expert in critical software in the venture capital industry.

Vela Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Associate Attorneys (Not Actively Hiring)
Full Time
Location(s):
Dallas
Austin

While we are currently full at the Associate level, this job description will give you a sense of the exciting work that attorneys do at our firm. You are welcome to submit your resume and we will reach out as soon as there is a position that is right for you. Our Corporate Attorneys can be based in Dallas or Austin. These positions are open to graduating 3Ls through licensed attorneys with up to 4 years of experience.

Vela Wood is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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