Overview In this role you will advise on public company and securities matters, supporting the company's growth with robust disclosure, governance, and compliance practices. You will partner with senior leadership to address complex regulatory requirements and strategic transactions. The position offers opportunities to deepen expertise in governance and capital markets while shaping pivotal corporate decisions. You work in a people-centered culture that values your legal insight and collaboration to advance the company's interests.
Compensation / Benefits- medical, dental, vision
- life insurance and disability
- paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- wellness resources
- bonus or incentive compensation where applicable
Responsibilities- Provide legal guidance on securities law and public company reporting, including compliance with the 1933 and 1934 Acts and NYSE standards
- Draft and review regulatory and governance disclosures (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Section 16 filings, proxy statements)
- Advise on earnings communications and Regulation FD compliance
- Administer insider trading policy and 10b5-1 plans
- Develop and implement policies for corporate and securities law compliance
- Support interactions with regulators and auditors
- Prepare board materials, resolutions, and minutes; assist board governance processes
- Support M&A and capital markets activities (debt/equity, asset transactions, liquidity strategies)
- Identify, assess, and address legal risk across business activities
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and policies as needed
Key requirements- J.D. from an accredited law school; licensed attorney in VA, NC, or MD (or eligible for reciprocity)
- 8+ years of experience in securities law and public company environments
- Experience in both law firm and in-house settings at publicly traded companies preferred
- Strong knowledge of Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, Section 16, Regulation FD, and NYSE listing standards
- Experience in financial services is preferred but not required
- strong communication with leadership
- cross-functional collaboration
- risk assessment and practical judgment
- securities law and public company reporting
- Form 10-K/10-Q/8-K, Section 16 filings, proxy statements
- Regulation FD compliance
