Corporate Counsel, Corporate Securities

Overview

A legal team supporting a publicly traded company is seeking an experienced attorney to join their corporate securities and governance practice. This role offers the opportunity to work across various legal areas within a close-knit, startup-like environment. The position reports to the Vice President, Deputy General Counsel overseeing corporate securities and governance matters. This is a full-time remote role based in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with executives and teams in Finance, Accounting, Investor Relations, and others to draft clear and accurate public disclosures.
• Assist in shaping Board and committee agendas and participate in committee meetings.
• Draft, update, and maintain corporate governance policies.
• Coordinate with Investor Relations and Public Relations on shareholder communications.
• Streamline and improve processes to ensure timely and efficient public company reporting.
• Lead legal aspects of M&A transactions and negotiate deal documents.
• Support stock administration with equity plans, trading windows, 10b5-1 plans, and related matters.
• Monitor changes in the legal landscape, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.
• Work closely with outside counsel on high-impact legal matters.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and active state bar membership in good standing.
• Minimum of 4 years of corporate legal experience focusing on public company securities law and SEC reporting.
• Deep understanding of SEC rules, regulations, and forms with the ability to see the big picture.
• Strong work ethic, sound judgment, and a team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to dive into details with a can-do attitude.
• Proven success working cross-functionally with diverse teams.
• Ability to simplify complex legal requirements and provide practical, business-minded advice.
• Excellent legal and business judgment with creative problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• In-house legal experience.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $141,000 - $237,000.
• Potential for bonus, restricted stock units, and benefits.
• Full medical, vision, and dental coverage effective from the first day.
• 15 days of paid time off (PTO) starting at hire, increasing after 2+ years of tenure.
• 12 paid holidays plus one floating holiday.
• Up to 14 weeks of parental leave.
• Monthly wellness subsidy.
• Work-from-home reimbursement.
• Flexible spending account.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Employee stock purchase plan.

Location

• This is a full-time remote position based in the United States.