Assistant General Counsel, Corporate

Overview

This role is part of the Corporate Legal team and reports through the Deputy General Counsel on corporate governance and securities matters.

The Assistant General Counsel, Corporate will lead core SEC reporting and disclosure workstreams, drive corporate governance, support the Board and its committees, and serve as the primary drafter of the company’s proxy statement and related disclosure materials.

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

Responsibilities

SEC Reporting & Disclosure

• Own and drive the quarterly and annual SEC reporting cycle, including 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K filings, in close partnership with Finance, outside counsel, and the Disclosure Committee.
• Serve as a primary author and coordinator of the annual proxy statement and related shareholder meeting materials, including CD&A, governance disclosures, and Rule 14a-8 shareholder proposals.
• Draft, review, and coordinate all Form 8-K filings for material events, including executive appointments, earnings releases, equity offerings, and corporate transactions.
• Oversee Section 16 reporting obligations (Forms 4, 144) for all executive officers and directors, working closely with the Deputy General Counsel and outside counsel.
• Support the Disclosure Committee by coordinating cross-functional review and certification processes with Finance, IR, and executive leadership.
• Monitor and advise on SEC rulemaking developments, NYSE listing standards, and proxy advisory guidance (ISS/Glass Lewis) that may affect disclosure obligations.

Board & Committee Support

• Support the Deputy General Counsel in staffing the Board of Directors and its committees, including the Audit Committee, Compensation Committee, Payments Innovation Committee, and Nominating & Governance Committee.
• Prepare board and committee materials, including legal memos, management presentations, and action items, and coordinate materials through the secure board portal.
• Draft and finalize minutes for board and committee meetings; manage DocuSign execution and maintenance of board records.
• Assist with corporate governance formalities, including director questionnaires, annual certifications, committee charters, and board policies.
• Support executive session and director independence assessments in coordination with outside counsel.

Insider Trading Compliance & Equity Programs

• Administer and enforce the Insider Trading Policy, including trading window communications, pre-clearance requests, blackout periods, and designation of insiders.
• Oversee Rule 10b5-1 plan adoptions, modifications, and terminations in compliance with SEC requirements, including the updated cooling-off period rules.
• Partner with People/Total Rewards on equity plan administration matters requiring legal oversight, including EIP and ESPP matters with securities compliance implications.
• Support equity-related disclosures in SEC filings, proxy statements, and shareholder communications.

Corporate Transactions & General Corporate

• Provide legal support for corporate transactions, including equity offerings, reverse stock split mechanics, and other capital markets matters as they arise.
• Partner with outside counsel on corporate governance matters arising under Delaware law and the certificate of incorporation and bylaws.
• Review and advise on indemnification agreements for directors and officers.
• Support subsidiary governance, including maintenance of records and signing authorities in coordination with Legal/People/Finance teams.
• Advise on general corporate matters and serve as a resource across the Corporate Legal team on securities and governance questions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership

• Build and maintain working relationships with Finance, IR, People, and the executive team to ensure legal work is integrated into business processes.
• Serve as a practical, solutions-oriented legal partner to business stakeholders by translating complex securities law obligations into clear, actionable guidance.
• Manage and coordinate outside counsel relationships and costs, including securities, governance, and M&A matters.
• Identify and build process improvements across Corporate Legal, including materials management, governance calendaring, and compliance workflows.

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 meaningful and demonstrable focus on public company securities, SEC disclosure, and corporate governance.
• Substantive, 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 working knowledge of insider trading rules, Section 16 compliance, and equity compensation disclosure.
• Top law firm experience 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 in a lean, high-performing team environment.
• Excellent written communication skills, including clear and precise legal drafting for directors, executives, and the investing public.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at a FinTech, payments, or technology company; familiarity with the intersection of technology product development and SEC disclosure.
• Delaware corporate law depth, including experience with certificate of incorporation and bylaw matters, director fiduciary duties, and stockholder rights.
• Prior experience with proxy advisory firms (ISS, Glass Lewis) and the practical mechanics of annual shareholder meeting execution.
• Comfort working directly with CFOs, CEOs, and board directors, with strong judgment on when to escalate.
• Experience with Diligent Boards or similar board portal platforms.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary (new-hire)

Compensation is aligned according to three tiers within the United States:

• National: $239,200 - $299,000
• Premium: $250,000 - $312,600
• Premium Plus: $261,000 - $326,200

Factors considered for salary include skills, prior experience, and work location.

Bonus

• Annual bonuses for eligible employees, rewarding both individual performance and the success of the entire company.

Benefits

• Multiple health insurance options
• Flexible time off
• Retirement savings program with company contribution and after-tax contributions
• Equity in a publicly-traded company and an 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 dollars” to support growth and development

Location

• Remote anywhere within the United States, or from the Oakland office.