Assistant General Counsel - Securities

Packing Corp of America; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 147,000 - 273,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant General Counsel specializing in securities law. This pivotal role involves providing legal counsel across various corporate functions, ensuring compliance with SEC regulations, and managing corporate governance matters. The successful candidate will leverage their extensive experience in U.S. securities law to support the company’s legal needs, including contract negotiations and compliance oversight. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence and innovation, where your expertise will contribute significantly to the company’s mission of delivering superior service and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ABA accredited law school and Bar Association member.
• 5–7+ years in U.S. securities law and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations and corporate governance.
• Manage SEC filings and provide legal advice on contracts.

Skills

U.S. securities law expertise

Verbal communication

Written communication

Contract review and drafting

Legal compliance

Investigative skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA accredited law school

Job description

Assistant General Counsel - Securities

Lake Forest, IL 60045, USA

Req #21679

Friday, March 21, 2025

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company. Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds. Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence. We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers. Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People • Customers • Trust

The attorney provides legal counsel and other services to clients at all levels in the corporation, including litigation, litigation management, counseling, transactional design, negotiation and documentation, and a variety of other services. The attorney also participates in the management and administration of the Legal department.

Dimensions:

The attorney is responsible for the legal affairs of a specific segment of the corporation or for the legal affairs of the entire corporation within a specialized area of law. The Assistant General Counsel assigned to the Securities section will serve as the company’s securities law expert and provide legal support to other areas of the company, including sales, procurement, risk management, litigation, and transportation.

Principal Accountabilities:

1. The Securities lawyer ensures compliance with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, Section 16 reporting, and corporate governance requirements.
2. Manage SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, proxy statements, insider disclosures) and support corporate governance.
3. Oversee proxy statements, annual reports, and public company disclosures.
4. Administer Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, and 5) and ensure insider trading compliance.
5. Provide commercial legal advice, including contract review and drafting for sales agreements, procurement agreements, real estate matters, transportation matters, IT, and software matters.
6. Engage in the active and professional practice of law by providing legal services to the company’s officers and managers.
7. Evaluate individual, departmental, and corporate processes to identify and implement improvements designed to reduce or avoid legal risks.

Decision Making:

Problems encountered by the Assistant General Counsel involve a wide range of legal issues of substantial complexity and business sensitivity. The attorney must distinguish between critical issues and those of lesser importance to develop and implement effective strategies.

Interactions:

The attorney interacts frequently with people at all levels, including senior executives. Adherence to legal ethical standards and business standards is required.

Position Requirements:

1. Must be a graduate of an ABA accredited law school and a member of the Bar Association.
2. 5–7+ years in U.S. securities law, focusing on public company reporting and compliance.
3. Strong verbal and written communications skills.
4. Knowledge of a broad range of legal areas relevant to PCA’s business.
5. Ability to conduct in-depth investigations and coordinate efforts of the company.
6. Demonstrates sufficient personal initiative to recognize the need for appropriate tasks.
7. Previous work experience as a member of a team.

All qualified applicants must apply at Careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered. PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

Other details

Pay Type: Salary

Min Hiring Rate: $147,000.00

Max Hiring Rate: $273,000.00

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