Assistant General Counsel - Corporate

RBC Bearings; Oxford (CT); On-site; USD 225,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Equity awards

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision insurance

HSA and FSA

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) with match

Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

EAP

Professional development

Job summary

RBC Bearings seeks an Assistant General Counsel – Corporate to partner with executive leadership, oversee SEC filings and governance, and manage strategic transactions and acquisitions. This role supports a publicly traded, global manufacturing company in the US and internationally.

You will counsel on securities, governance, and risk, guiding executives through complex deals, regulatory changes, and disclosure practices while aligning legal risk with business objectives.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant legal experience, including with a publicly traded company or major law firm.
• Significant experience with SEC reporting, securities law compliance, and corporate governance.
• Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions and complex corporate transactions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor to executive leadership, Board of Directors, and business leaders on complex legal matters.
• Ensure timely SEC filings and robust public company governance.
• Lead domestic and international mergers, divestitures, and strategic transactions.

Skills

SEC reporting

Securities law

Corporate governance

Mergers & Acquisitions

Drafting & negotiation

Strategic business partner

Project management

Analytical

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bar admission in at least one US jurisdiction

Job description

The Assistant General Counsel – Corporate is a key member of the Legal Department and a trusted advisor to executive leadership, supporting a publicly traded global manufacturing organization. This role provides strategic and practical legal counsel across securities law compliance, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, commercial transactions, and enterprise risk management.

The successful candidate will be:

A strategic business partner who combines exceptional legal expertise with sound business judgment. They will be comfortable operating in a fast-paced public company environment, balancing legal risk with practical business objectives while building trusted relationships across the organization.

In this role, success will be demonstrated through:

• Serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and business leaders on complex legal and strategic matters.
• Ensuring timely and accurate SEC filings and maintaining the highest standards of public company compliance and corporate governance.
• Leading acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic transactions with strong project management, attention to detail, and business acumen.

Key Responsibilities

Securities Law and Public Company Compliance

• Assist with the preparation and review of periodic reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and other SEC filings.
• Advise management regarding SEC regulations, stock exchange requirements, and disclosure obligations.
• Support earnings releases, investor presentations, and other public disclosures.
• Monitor developments in securities laws, governance standards, and regulatory requirements and advise internal stakeholders accordingly.
• Assist in developing and maintaining policies related to insider trading, Regulation FD, and other public-company compliance matters.

Corporate Governance

• Support the Board of Directors and Board committees with governance matters.
• Prepare and review board resolutions, meeting materials, minutes, and governance documents.
• Assist with annual shareholder meetings and related corporate governance activities.
• Maintain corporate records and oversee subsidiary governance requirements.

Mergers, Acquisitions, and Strategic Transactions

• Lead and support domestic and international mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions.
• Coordinate legal due diligence activities and manage transaction documentation.
• Advise business leaders regarding transaction structure, risk allocation, and post-closing integration matters.

Commercial and General Corporate Matters

• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements.
• Provide practical legal advice to business leaders on day-to-day operational issues.

Compliance and Training

• Develop and deliver training on corporate governance, securities law compliance, ethics, and related matters.
• Promote and support a culture of integrity, compliance, and ethical business conduct.

Qualifications

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and ability to obtain any necessary in-house registrations.

Experience

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant legal experience, including experience with a publicly traded company and/or a nationally recognized law firm.
• Significant experience with SEC reporting, securities law compliance, and corporate governance matters.
• Demonstrated experience supporting mergers and acquisitions and complex corporate transactions.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Deep understanding of federal securities laws, SEC regulations, and corporate governance principles.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance legal risk and commercial objectives.
• Exceptional drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and complex matters in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits

The Company offers a competitive compensation package designed to attract and retain exceptional talent, including:

• Annual performance-based bonus opportunity.
• Long-term incentive compensation, including equity awards, where applicable.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), where applicable. Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Professional development and continuing legal education opportunities.

Wage Range: $225,000.00 - $270,000.00

• The salary range information is only applicable to Connecticut. This range is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role based on the position's responsibilities, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors. Actual compensation may vary depending on the selected candidate's specific experience, education, skills, and other relevant factors.

About RBC Bearings

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC) is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems serving the industrial, aerospace, and defense markets. For more than a century, RBC has built a reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions and world-class manufacturing capabilities that support mission-critical applications around the world.

Our success is driven by a commitment to technical excellence, continuous improvement, and a customer-focused approach. We specialize in the design and manufacture of precision-engineered products that perform in demanding environments where quality, reliability, and performance are paramount.

With operations spanning multiple countries and manufacturing facilities across the globe, RBC Bearings offers employees the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work, collaborate with industry-leading experts, and support customers in some of the world's most advanced and dynamic industries. As we continue to grow, we remain focused on fostering innovation, developing talent, and delivering exceptional value to our customers and shareholders.

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.