Corporate Legal Counsel

Lateral Link; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 259,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation days and parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Lateral Link is assisting a global client in Boston, MA to hire a Corporate Counsel to support the securities and governance function. The role reports to the General Counsel and works on a broad range of matters including SEC disclosures, debt refinancings, equity plans, and international subsidiary oversight.

This hybrid position requires on-site work three days per week. Ideal candidates hold a JD, have 5+ years in securities/governance, and are licensed to practice in at least one U.S.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of focused experience in securities and corporate governance.
• JD from an accredited law school and bar admission in at least one US state.
• Experience advising public-company clients or working in-house in a public company securities function.
• Strong knowledge of public-company reporting, disclosure, and compliance obligations.
• Excellent communication, organizational skills, and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review SEC filings including Form 10-K/10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements.
• Advise on investor relations materials and related communications.
• Support corporate secretary on board- and committee-related matters.
• Support corporate finance transactions including debt and equity offerings.
• Handle equity compensation matters and stock plans administration.
• Advise on executive compensation and tax planning matters.
• Oversee global subsidiary matters and intercompany agreements.
• Assist with M&A and regulatory work.
• Collaborate with Finance, Investor Relations, Tax/Treasury, and HR.

Skills

Securities knowledge

Corporate governance

Legal writing

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission in at least one US state

Job description

We’re looking for a Corporate Counsel to join our client’s global Legal team. This person will report directly to the GC and will be part of a team covering a broad range of securities, corporate governance, and related corporate legal matters, including SEC disclosure obligations, debt refinancings and restructurings, equity plan administration, tax reorganizations, and oversight of subsidiaries around the world. It’s an opportunity to work alongside a motivated, resourceful team at a large, multinational organization.

This is a hybrid position requiring three days per week on-site.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Drafting and/or reviewing filings required under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including the annual proxy statement, Form 10-K, Form 10-Q filings, 8-K reports, and Section 16 filings.
• Advising on investor relations materials, such as earnings releases, earnings call scripts, investor presentations, and related communications.
• Supporting the corporate secretary’s office, including board- and committee-related matters.
• Supporting corporate finance transactions, including debt and equity offerings.
• Handling equity compensation matters, including administration of the stock incentive plan and employee stock purchase plan.
• Advising on executive compensation and other compensation-related matters.
• Assisting with internal tax reorganizations and other tax planning initiatives.
• Overseeing global subsidiary matters, including cash repatriation and intercompany agreements.
• Supporting M&A transactions, including antitrust and other regulatory work.
• Partnering with cross-functional teams such as Finance, Investor Relations, Tax/Treasury, and Human Resources.

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree and a JD from an accredited law school.
• Five or more years of focused experience in securities and corporate governance matters, gained either advising public-company clients at a large law firm or working in-house on a public company’s securities function.
• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state.
• A demonstrated background in, and genuine interest in, securities and corporate governance work.
• Strong knowledge of public-company reporting, disclosure, and compliance obligations.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, concise, and practical advice and work product that supports business goals.
• Highly organized, with a strong ability to multitask.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, along with comfort operating in a fast-paced environment.
• Unwavering ethics and integrity in every engagement.
• A collaborative, collegial team player who builds positive working relationships through empathy, respect, and professionalism.
• A self-starter with a genuine desire to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.
• General familiarity with finance and/or accounting concepts.
• Salary Range: $155,250-$258,750 USD annually. This range reflects a good‑faith estimate of the expected salary for this role, based on factors such as qualifications, experience, training, operational needs, and other considerations permitted by law. It is uncommon for someone to be hired at or near the top of this range.
• Bonus: This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, in an amount determined by the Company (or as applicable).
• Benefits: The Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, life and disability insurance, 11 paid holidays, paid sick time, 15 paid vacation days, six weeks of fully paid parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement (plus eligibility for stock programs, sign‑on bonuses, etc., where applicable).
• This is a hybrid role. Candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Company’s site and be able to work on‑site three days per week.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; the Company is not sponsoring work visas for this role at this time.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. Additional EOE information is available upon request. Candidates generally must reside in a state where the Company is registered to do business.