Director & Assistant General Counsel

Overview

A leading technology company is seeking a Director, Assistant General Counsel, Corporate & Securities to join their Legal team. This role reports to the VP & Deputy General Counsel, Corporate, Commercial and Marketing, and involves managing a small, high-performing team. The position focuses on advising on U.S. securities law compliance, SEC reporting and disclosure, corporate transactions including M&A, corporate governance, subsidiary management, treasury matters, sustainability disclosures, and equity administration compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead U.S. securities law compliance and public company disclosure, including drafting and reviewing Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, registration statements, and Section 16 filings.
• Advise on disclosure strategy and content, including materiality assessments, risk factor development, forward-looking statements, and consistency across SEC filings and external communications.
• Collaborate with Finance and Investor Relations to manage the earnings-cycle process ensuring alignment of scripts, Q&A, investor presentations, and disclosure backup.
• Support and enhance disclosure controls and procedures, driving process improvements and cross-functional coordination.
• Lead annual meeting and proxy matters, including disclosure drafting, shareholder proposal processes, and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee insider trading compliance, including policies, training, trading windows, and Rule 10b5-1 plan administration, incorporating automation and AI tools.
• Provide legal support for capital markets activities such as share repurchase programs and debt matters.
• Advise on treasury-related legal matters including credit facilities and bank account governance.
• Lead M&A transactions throughout the deal lifecycle, including integration and corporate development projects.
• Provide guidance on corporate governance best practices and evolving regulatory expectations.
• Support Board and committee lifecycle management including agendas, materials, resolutions, minutes, and action tracking.
• Manage global subsidiary governance and entity management including formations, dissolutions, reorganizations, and compliance obligations.
• Provide legal support for equity compensation programs, including plan documentation, securities law compliance, and governance approvals.
• Advise on sustainability-related disclosures and public statements, including reporting readiness and Board oversight documentation.
• Lead and mentor a small legal team, managing workload prioritization, process standardization, and stakeholder relationships.
• Foster a culture of inclusion, collaboration, feedback, and continuous learning within the legal team and partner groups.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and active U.S. bar membership in good standing.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in a leading law firm and/or in-house legal department supporting a public company.
• Deep expertise in U.S. securities laws, SEC reporting, corporate governance, and public company compliance practices.
• Experience supporting M&A and capital markets transactions in a public company environment.
• Experience with global equity program support, insider trading compliance, and Section 16 processes.
• Excellent drafting, editing, and communication skills with strong judgment.
• Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional projects and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Trusted advisor to C-suite executives and senior leaders with a business-forward approach.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience including managing and mentoring a small team and building scalable legal support models.
• Ability to leverage AI tools to improve efficiency and quality in legal workflows.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $210,161 to $432,684 USD annually.
• Position is eligible for equity compensation.
• Final salary is determined based on factors including location, experience, and skills.

Location & Work Model

• This role is remote with a preference for candidates located in the Pacific Time Zone (e.g., San Francisco, Seattle, Los Angeles).
• In-person collaboration is required 1-2 times every six months.
• This position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

Additional Information

• Applicants must be based in the United States.
• The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to inclusive hiring practices.
• Accommodations are available for applicants requiring medical or religious support during the application process.