Sr. Director of SEC & Employment Counsel

Sr. Director of SEC & Employment Counsel

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and licensed to practice law in one or more jurisdictions.
• 10-15 years of legal experience, with significant experience in SEC reporting and employment law, preferably in a public company setting.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state securities laws, corporate governance principles, and executive compensation regulations.
• In-depth understanding of employment law and workplace regulations.
• Proven ability to navigate complex legal issues and provide strategic counsel to senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with securities laws, rules and regulations by assisting in creating Board and/or Committee materials, as requested.
• Oversee and manage all SEC filings, including annual and quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q), proxy statements, Form 8-K filings, and other required filings.
• Maintain governance policies and practices, including corporate governance guidelines, committee charters and other governing documents.
• Oversee U.S. entity management governance.
• Advise members of senior management and the Board of Directors regarding securities and corporate governance activities, trends and best practices, including environmental, social and governance (ESG) developments.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on a broad range of employment law matters, including but not limited to discrimination, harassment, leaves of absence, and workplace policies.
• Manage and oversee employment-related litigation, investigations, and disputes, working with outside counsel as necessary.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, including those related to equal employment opportunity, labor relations, and workplace safety.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop, maintain, and implement corporate governance policies and practices.
• Work closely with the compliance team to ensure risk management strategies are in place, particularly in relation to securities and employment matters.
• Assist with internal investigations as needed, including those related to employee conduct, securities violations, or other legal matters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with employment laws within a corporate environment.