Sr. Counsel (remote)

About the Role

Emergent is looking for a Senior Counsel to provide legal support across corporate governance, securities compliance, and mergers and acquisitions activities. Here, you will join passionate professionals where our culture is informed by our values and commitment to protecting and saving lives.

Responsibilities

• Support the legal department in advising the Board of Directors, board committees, and senior management on corporate governance matters, as directed by the SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary.
• Assist with preparation and review of SEC filings and related disclosures, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings (including managing 10b5-1 plan process and preclearance approvals).
• Support securities law compliance under the Securities Act of 1933, the Exchange Act of 1934, stock exchange rules, and related regulations.
• Manage Emergent subsidiaries, including international subsidiaries, with respect to compliance and filings in coordination with tax and finance departments.
• Handle domestic and cross-border M&A transactions from inception through closing.
• Assist with legal due diligence, transaction management, and integration planning.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents including NDAs, LOIs, purchase agreements, merger agreements, and ancillary agreements.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to manage transaction timelines and deliverables.
• Support corporate finance and strategic initiatives, including joint ventures and other growth projects.
• Provide general corporate legal support across the business.
• Assist with special projects involving senior management and cross-functional teams.
• Support operational excellence initiatives within the legal department.

Requirements

• J.D., licensed to practice law in the United States.
• Active membership and in good standing in a state bar.
• 6-9 years of experience in-house, or at a law firm.
• Experience with M&A transactions and general corporate matters required.
• Experience managing corporate subsidiaries, including international subsidiaries required.

Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of securities law, public company reporting, and corporate governance.
• Working knowledge of public company equity plans and experience supporting administration strongly preferred.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Sound business judgment and ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to business colleagues.
• Self-motivated, strong leadership, works well independently, meets project deadlines, and handles multiple projects.
• Sound conflict resolution skills and ability to work in a collaborative, global environment.
• Effective decision-making; proven ability to assess, calibrate, and communicate legal risks to senior management and others.
• Maintain an enterprise view in developing and delivering legal guidance to client base.
• Manage outside counsel as needed.

Pay

The estimated annual base salary as a new hire for this position ranges from $206,500 to $250,000. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. Certain roles are eligible for additional incentive compensation, including merit increases, annual bonus, and/or long-term incentives in the form of stock options.

Benefits

Emergent offers a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. Learn more about available benefits.