Latitude is seeking an experienced corporate securities/SEC attorney to assist a leading biopharmaceutical company on a full-time engagement basis. The company is specifically focused on research and development in gene therapy treatments. Interested candidates should have at least 15+ years of experience both at a law firm and in-house at a publicly traded company handling all types of corporate securities matters, including SEC filings, proxy statements, corporate governance, FINRA inquiries, and corporate finance initiatives. Prior experience in the life sciences industry is preferred. This is a fully remote position.
Responsibilities of the Corporate Securities Attorney:
- Collaborate cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders within the company including investor relations and finance to understand and support their legal needs in a proactive manner
- Ensure compliance with applicable securities regulations by overseeing and/or preparing and reviewing SEC filings, including the company’s 10-Qs, 10-Ks, 8-Ks, form 4 filings, earnings materials and other investor presentations
- Ensure compliance with U.S. and Dutch corporate laws and regulations
- Support CLO on corporate governance matters
- Support the CLO and CFO on matters related to the global corporate structure, operating subsidiaries and intercompany agreements
- Advice on public disclosure obligations and collaborate with investor relations/corporate communications and senior management on preparation and review of press releases, social media posts, and other external communications
- Partner with finance team on corporate finance initiatives
- Advise on insider trading and Section 16 issues for directors and executive officers and employees
- Track and maintain log of event driven trade restricted individuals at the company
- Manage and assist in any FINRA inquiries and associated responses
- Assist with any litigation
- Keep up to date on new laws, regulations and industry trends affecting public life science companies operating in the U.S. and the Netherlands
Requirements for the Corporate Securities Attorney:
- 15+ years of legal experience gained at a well-regarded law firm followed by in-house role(s) at a global, publicly traded growth-oriented company; experience working in the life sciences industry is preferred
- Management experience with the demonstrated ability to grow and develop strong, business-oriented legal teams
- Sounds SEC compliance experience including the preparation and filing of SEC documents and preparation of company proxy statements
- Strong understanding of corporate governance
- Experience managing financial transactions
- Strong technical/analytical skills, combined with a practical business-oriented and strategic approach to identifying and solving business and legal problems and to provide balanced, solution-oriented guidance
- Extensive knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, guidance, and industry codes
- Unquestionable ethics, integrity, and judgment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- A commitment to be a collegial team player with a healthy sense of humor and a strong interest in advancing corporate culture
- Juris Doctor degree with excellent academic credentials
- Licensed to practice and in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar
- Excellent academic credentials from a U.S. accredited law school
Position Details of the Corporate Securities Attorney:
- Type of Role: Engagement
- Schedule: Full-time (September – mid January 2027)
- Location: Remote
Compensation
Pay: The salary range for this role is $220,000 - $250,000 when calculated on a full-time basis. Pay for contract engagements is based on multiple factors including but not limited to work experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market supply/demand, and the candidate’s preference (each candidate’s pay rate affects the client bill rate which can affect the candidate’s competitiveness for the position).
Benefits: In addition to pay, all Latitude attorneys and other legal professionals working on contract engagements receive complimentary professional liability insurance coverage for work or acts or omissions provided within the scope of a Latitude-authorized engagement. All Latitude employees (including those on contract engagements) are also eligible for full benefits when working 20+ hours per week, including group medical, dental, and vision insurance, and complimentary group life, LTD and AD&D insurance. A qualified 401k plan is also available. Benefits-eligible Latitude Attorneys also receive a CLE and Professional Expense stipend.
Confidentiality
Latitude will not propose you to prospective clients without your prior consent. Candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.
About Latitude
Latitude is a full-service flexible legal talent company serving corporate legal departments and law firms nationwide. From Fortune Global 100 companies to start-ups and Global 50 law firms to boutiques, clients turn to us for top-tier attorneys and other legal professionals.
Latitude specializes in providing highly skilled former in-house counsel and Big Law attorneys for flexible contract engagements and permanent positions in dozens of practice areas, including commercial contracting, data privacy, M&A, employment, litigation, and more.
Founded in 2013, Latitude is a Chambers and Partners globally-ranked flexible legal staffing company.
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