Senior/Executive Director, Corporate Counsel

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and provide counsel in support of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, and 5), and related public company disclosures
• Lead corporate disclosure processes and controls, working with internal stakeholders to ensure consistency, accuracy, and timeliness
• Assist in the preparation and review of earnings materials, press releases, and other external communications to ensure compliance with public company disclosure requirements
• Absorb and review Board of Directors and committee materials and related governance processes
• Lead the Company’s public company compliance efforts related to securities law, disclosure practices, and corporate governance, in partnership with the General Counsel
• Maintain and administer insider trading compliance programs, including Rule 10b5-1 plans and trading window processes
• Lead the development and maintenance of corporate governance documents, policies, and procedures
• Provide legal support for equity compensation programs and related documentation
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (including Legal, Finance, Investor Relations, and R&D) to provide practical guidance on regulatory requirements and help operationalize disclosure and governance practices
• Contribute to governance, compliance, and ESG-related initiatives, including evolving disclosure and policy development
• Support corporate transactions, including financings, strategic collaborations, and M&A activity, as needed
• Assist with due diligence processes and management of data rooms
• Manage and coordinate external legal counsel where appropriate

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school
• 10-15 years of relevant experience, including SEC reporting and public company matters at a large law firm and/or as in-house
• Familiarity with clinical-stage or emerging growth companies is advantageous
• Experience supporting senior leadership and Board-related processes is a plus
• Candidates with a blend of law firm and in-house experience are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. securities laws, SEC and Nasdaq reporting requirements, and corporate governance practices, particularly in the life sciences sector
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions
• Sound judgment and attention to detail in handling sensitive and confidential matters
• Collaborative approach, with the ability to operate both independently and as part of a team
• Strong sense of ownership and the ability to operate effectively in a lean, high-performing environment
• Ability to handle confidential and proprietary information with discretion