Associate General Counsel, Securities

About the role

This position reports to the Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary and is based in San Jose, CA.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Company conducts its business in compliance with applicable SEC laws and regulations and NYSE rules; manage Sarbanes-Oxley and 1934 Act compliance and reports (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, and proxy statements).
• Work closely with the CLO and Chief Financial Officer on earnings releases, analyst/investor conferences, disclosure issues, and shareholder proposals.
• Participate in the design and development of corporate policies, procedures, and programs required for a public company and provide counsel and guidance on legal matters, regulatory interpretations, and legal implications of all matters.
• Serve as a legal advisor on all corporate equity and debt financings, including acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.
• Keep abreast of ongoing governance and provide support on Board activities.
• Provide legal advice, opinions, and solutions regarding issues and risks relating to the ongoing and expanding business into international markets.
• Support the stock administration department on equity matters and employee education.
• Assist in oversight of maintenance of all foreign and domestic subsidiaries.
• Stay up-to-date and keep the Legal team advised on external governance trends, SEC issues, general legal issues, and best practices.

Qualifications

• JD required.
• 10+ years of experience required.
• 3+ years of law firm experience required.
• In-house experience at a public company required.
• International experience desired.

Skills

• Proven ability to implement policies and projects across an international organization.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in a manufacturing and/or energy environment a plus.