Chief Counsel - Securities & Corporate Finance

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Chief Counsel - Securities & Corporate Finance
The candidate will provide counsel and guidance regarding securities laws compliance and ‘34 Act reporting, including periodic financial reports, earnings releases, and Form 8-K filings. Support disclosure controls and public company compliance processes, including NYSE listing standards. Will collaborate in the preparation and review of current and periodic reports to be filed with the SEC. Provide legal support for treasury, financing and capital markets transactions in partnership with the Managing Lead Counsel, Bankruptcy & Credit. Support insider trading compliance policies and processes, including trading clearances, trading plans, and share repurchases. Monitor developments in SEC rules, legal policies and compliance relevant to corporate governance and reporting, including SEC Staff guidance, best practices and trend developments, and support internal education, policy development, implementation and compliance. Advise on general corporation law, including developments under DGCL and case law.

job requisition id JR0078397

The candidate should have 10+ years as a practicing attorney and 6+ years of experience in public company securities laws and corporate finance matters. In-house experience preferred. Must have a Juris Doctor degree or equivalent. Must be Admitted to practice before a state Bar with an active license in good standing. Proficiency in advising senior management on strategies and legal risks is required. Experience as a trusted counselor and partner in navigating complex and continually evolving business and legal landscapes is needed.

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