Director, Securities & Corporate Law

Overview

This role serves as a trusted legal advisor supporting corporate governance, securities compliance, SEC reporting, and strategic corporate transactions. The position partners closely with executive leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to support compliance with public company requirements, manage corporate governance activities, and provide legal support for capital markets, M&A, and other key business initiatives. The role requires strong experience in securities law, SEC filings, and corporate transactions, along with the ability to provide practical legal guidance in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations, securities laws, and NYSE requirements.
• Prepare, review, and support public company filings, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements, and registration statements.
• Manage Section 16 compliance and related filings.
• Advise on corporate governance, executive compensation, equity plans, and investor relations matters.
• Support annual shareholder meetings, including preparation of proxy materials and meeting logistics.
• Lead and support M&A and other corporate transactions, including due diligence, drafting, negotiation, and closing activities.
• Assist with capital markets transactions, including equity and debt offerings.
• Perform corporate secretarial duties, including board materials, minutes, resolutions, and subsidiary management.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• 3+ years of relevant corporate legal experience, including experience at a top-tier law firm.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and advising on SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and registration statements.
• Experience supporting corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, financings, or other strategic transactions.
• Strong knowledge of Delaware corporate law, securities law, and public company corporate governance requirements.
• Ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to executive leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex legal concepts for non-legal audiences.
• Travel: ≤10% (3-4 times a year). Travel percentage reflects an estimate and is subject to change dependent on business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• In-house legal experience supporting a public company.
• Experience advising on NYSE listing standards and compliance requirements.
• Experience with Section 16 reporting, executive compensation, equity administration, and shareholder meeting processes.
• Experience supporting capital markets transactions, including equity and debt offerings.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $220,000 - $235,000.
• Eligible for a performance bonus and benefits (subject to eligibility requirements).
• Flexible Vacation Policy (time off must be approved by your manager prior to use).
• 80 hours of Paid Sick, Safe, and Caregiver Leave annually (full-time positions only).
• Total compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to, type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications.

Location

• United States. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• The organization will not sponsor or transfer employment work visas for this position.

Additional Information

As part of the hiring process, identity and credentials are verified, interviews may be conducted live or via video, and applicants are screened for fraud or misrepresentation. Applicants who falsify information will be disqualified.