Legal.io

Corporate & Securities Counsel [Future Opportunities]

Posted 22 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.

  • Job overview

    The Corporate & Securities Counsel role involves providing legal expertise on SEC filings, corporate governance, and capital markets transactions, impacting high-growth technology companies through Legal.io's network.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The candidate will draft and review SEC filings, manage proxy statements and stockholder meetings, collaborate with finance and communications teams on disclosures, ensure compliance with SEC and NYSE regulations, and assist with corporate projects.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates should have experience with SEC filings, proxy statement processes, corporate governance, and an interest or experience in cryptocurrency and digital assets; some experience is preferred but not mandatory.

  • Career development

    Joining Legal.io offers access to a network of legal opportunities, salary data tools, exclusive job invites, and networking events for professional growth.

  • Work environment and culture

    Legal.io promotes equal opportunity employment and fosters a community environment with networking and learning events for legal professionals.

  • Company information

    Legal.io is a community and recruitment network connecting legal professionals to opportunities at top-tier, high-growth technology companies.

  • Application process

    Applicants join a candidate network to be notified of future relevant job opportunities and receive invitations to community events, with role details confirmed before profile sharing.

  • Unique job features

    The role offers unique access to a salary database, exclusive job boards, and networking events within the tech legal community.

Company overview

Legal.io is a technology company that provides a comprehensive platform for legal professionals, offering tools for managing legal work, networking, and career development. They generate revenue through subscription fees for their software services and by connecting legal professionals with job opportunities and clients. Founded in 2015, Legal.io has grown by leveraging technology to streamline legal processes and support the professional growth of lawyers and legal experts.

How to land this job

  • Tailor your resume to emphasize experience with SEC filings such as 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, S-8s, and Form SDs, highlighting your familiarity with compliance and corporate governance.

  • Showcase your involvement in proxy statement processes, annual stockholder meetings, and collaboration with finance, accounting, and investor relations teams to demonstrate cross-functional communication skills.

  • Highlight any interest or experience in cryptocurrency and digital assets to align with Legal.io’s focus on emerging areas of law.

  • Apply through multiple channels including Legal.io’s corporate website and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and ensure you are considered for both full-time and part-time roles.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with Legal.io’s legal recruitment or corporate divisions; use ice breakers like referencing their community events or expressing enthusiasm about their innovative approach to legal recruitment.

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