Lead Counsel - Securities, Governance and M&A

Overview

A leading organization in the Technical Services sector is seeking a Lead Counsel specializing in Securities, Governance, and M&A. This role involves driving significant impact across key initiatives and collaborating cross-functionally to achieve measurable outcomes. The position offers the opportunity to influence both strategic direction and execution within a high-growth environment.

Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only; no visa sponsorship available)

Compensation: $165,600 – $265,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Manage execution of public-company reporting and securities compliance
• Lead Board operations and support corporate governance activities
• Collaborate with Finance and Investor Relations teams on disclosure processes
• Draft and negotiate documentation for M&A and strategic transactions
• Contribute to the development of AI-driven solutions for legal workflows
• Support compliance and corporate housekeeping tasks

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in corporate and securities law
• At least 4 years in an in-house legal role with public-company disclosure responsibilities
• Deep knowledge of Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934 reporting and compliance
• Extensive experience supporting Boards and committees on governance matters
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced technology environment
• Strong interest in leveraging AI tools to enhance legal work
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in a U.S. state bar

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Expertise in SEC reporting and M&A transaction documentation
• Familiarity with corporate governance best practices
• Experience with corporate legal tools and technologies
• Proficiency with AI tools for workflow automation
• Skilled in cross-functional collaboration platforms
• Knowledge of compliance management systems
• Experience with document management systems (DMS) for legal documentation
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools for governance analysis (e.g., Domo, Tableau)
• Use of legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
• Experience with version control systems for collaborative document drafting
• Understanding of data analytics technologies for financial reporting
• Proficiency with e-signature solutions (e.g., DocuSign) for legally binding agreements

Benefits

• Flexible work options including remote work
• Transparent compensation and benefits structure
• Access to professional development resources and tools
• Participation in an equity plan with restricted stock units (RSUs)
• Commitment to employee well-being and support for diverse needs

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization and encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every qualification but whose backgrounds could add value to the team.