Corporate and Securities Counsel

BCG Attorney Search; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Corporate and Securities Counsel to join its Durham, NC team. The role focuses on complex securities, governance, capital markets, and regulatory matters for Nasdaq/NYSE-listed clients.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in corporate and securities, a JD, bar admission, and a track record advising public companies. You will advise boards, manage filings, and help shape governance in a dynamic practice area.

Qualifications

• JD required and bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.
• 8+ years of corporate and securities experience.
• Experience with Nasdaq/NYSE listed clients preferred.
• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Advise public companies on Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934 matters.
• Handle securities offerings and capital markets transactions.
• Manage periodic reporting on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K.
• Oversee proxy statements and annual shareholder meeting matters.
• Ensure compliance with Section 16 reporting and beneficial ownership.
• Provide corporate governance and board advisory services.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Corporate and Securities Counsel to join its team in Durham, NC. The role involves representing large Nasdaq and NYSE-listed public company clients across various industries, focusing on complex securities, corporate governance, capital markets, and regulatory matters.

Duties

• Advise public companies on Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934 matters.
• Handle securities offerings and capital markets transactions.
• Manage periodic reporting on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K.
• Oversee proxy statements and annual shareholder meeting matters.
• Ensure compliance with Section 16 reporting and beneficial ownership.
• Provide corporate governance and board advisory services.

Requirements

• 8+ years of corporate and securities experience.
• Experience at a large law firm, in-house legal department, or SEC preferred.
• Substantial experience advising public companies.
• Excellent academic credentials and strong analytical skills.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction or eligible for licensing.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Reduced billable-hour requirement.
• Focus on providing high-quality legal counsel and client service.

Opportunity

Opportunity to demonstrate thought leadership in a dynamic practice area.