Assistant General Counsel, Corporate

Overview

This role is for an Assistant General Counsel, Corporate, serving as a senior member of the Corporate Legal team. The position focuses on public company securities and governance, including SEC reporting, corporate governance, board and committee support, insider trading compliance, equity programs, and corporate transactions. The role involves close collaboration with the Deputy General Counsel and requires ownership of key legal workstreams related to SEC filings, proxy statements, and corporate governance.

This position can be performed remotely anywhere within the United States or from the Oakland office.

Responsibilities

SEC Reporting & Disclosure

• Manage the quarterly and annual SEC reporting cycle, including 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings, in partnership with Finance, outside counsel, and the Disclosure Committee.
• Serve as primary author and coordinator of the annual proxy statement and shareholder meeting materials, including CD&A, governance disclosures, and Rule 14a-8 shareholder proposals.
• Draft, review, and coordinate Form 8-K filings for material events such as executive appointments, earnings releases, equity offerings, and corporate transactions.
• Oversee Section 16 reporting obligations (Forms 4, 144) for executive officers and directors.
• Support the Disclosure Committee by coordinating review and certification processes with Finance, Investor Relations, and executive leadership.
• Monitor and advise on SEC rulemaking, NYSE listing standards, and proxy advisory guidance affecting disclosure obligations.

Board & Committee Support

• Assist in staffing the Board of Directors and its committees, including Audit, Compensation, Payments Innovation, and Nominating & Governance Committees.
• Prepare board and committee materials, legal memos, management presentations, and action items; coordinate materials through a secure board portal.
• Draft and finalize minutes for board and committee meetings; manage execution and maintenance of board records.
• Manage corporate governance formalities such as director questionnaires, annual certifications, committee charters, and board policies.
• Support executive sessions and director independence assessments.

Insider Trading Compliance & Equity Programs

• Administer and enforce the Insider Trading Policy, including managing trading window communications, pre-clearance requests, blackout periods, and insider designations.
• Oversee Rule 10b5-1 plan adoptions, modifications, and terminations in compliance with SEC requirements.
• Collaborate with People/Total Rewards teams on equity plan administration requiring legal oversight, including Employee Incentive Plans and Employee Stock Purchase Plans.
• Support equity-related disclosures in SEC filings, proxy statements, and shareholder communications.

Corporate Transactions & General Corporate

• Provide legal support for corporate transactions such as equity offerings and reverse stock splits.
• Partner with outside counsel on Delaware corporate governance matters and review indemnification agreements for directors and officers.
• Support subsidiary governance, including record maintenance and signing authorities.
• Advise on general corporate matters and serve as a resource on securities and governance questions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership

• Build strong working relationships with Finance, Investor Relations, People, and executive teams to integrate legal work into business processes.
• Provide practical, solutions-oriented legal guidance on complex securities law obligations.
• Manage outside counsel relationships and costs related to securities, governance, and M&A matters.
• Identify and implement process improvements within the Corporate Legal function.

Requirements

• J.D. degree and active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar (California or New York preferred).
• 10–15 years of legal experience with a significant focus on public company securities, SEC disclosure, and corporate governance.
• Hands-on experience drafting SEC filings including proxy statements, 10-Ks, 10-Qs, and 8-Ks.
• Experience supporting a public company board of directors and its committees, including preparation of materials and minutes.
• Strong knowledge of insider trading rules, Section 16 compliance, and equity compensation disclosure.
• Prior experience at a top law firm preferred; in-house experience at a public company in a corporate or securities function required.
• Ability to operate independently, manage multiple time-sensitive workstreams, and escalate appropriately.
• Excellent written communication skills with the ability to draft clear, precise legal documents for directors, executives, and the investing public.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in FinTech, payments, or technology sectors.
• Familiarity with Delaware corporate law, including certificate of incorporation, bylaws, director fiduciary duties, and stockholder rights.
• Experience with proxy advisory firms (ISS, Glass Lewis) and shareholder meeting execution.
• Comfort working directly with CFOs, CEOs, and board directors.
• Experience with board portal platforms such as Diligent Boards.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation is calibrated based on work location within the United States across three tiers:

• National: $239,200 - $299,000
• Premium (higher cost-of-living areas such as Los Angeles, Seattle): $250,000 - $312,600
• Premium Plus (highest cost-of-living areas such as San Francisco Bay Area, New York City): $261,000 - $326,200

Additional benefits include:

• Multiple health insurance options
• Flexible time off
• Retirement savings program with company contributions
• Equity in a publicly-traded company and Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Family-forming benefits, fertility support, and up to 20 weeks of parental leave
• Free therapy sessions, financial and professional coaching, and legal advice
• Monthly stipend to support remote work
• Annual development funds for professional growth
• Flexible work environment allowing choice of home or office

Location

This position can be performed remotely anywhere within the United States or from the Oakland, California office.

This job listing is for a senior legal role focused on public company corporate and securities law, requiring deep expertise in SEC reporting, governance, and compliance within a fast-paced environment.