Public Company Securities & Governance Counsel

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Root Dusseldorf represents a publicly traded clean energy technology company seeking a Securities & Corporate Governance Counsel to lead governance, securities compliance, board support, and strategic corporate transactions in a fast‑growing global business.

You will influence governance practices, advise executive leadership on disclosures and investor relations, and oversee board processes, equity programs, and cross‑border matters in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• JD required and active license.
• 10+ years in securities, governance, and corporate law.
• Minimum 5 years at a leading law firm.
• In-house experience with a publicly traded company preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SEC regulations and reporting.
• Experience advising on capital markets and strategic transactions.
• Exposure to international business and cross-border matters.
• Ability to deliver practical, business-focused guidance in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance with SEC regulations, stock exchange requirements, and public company reporting obligations.
• Advise executive leadership on disclosures, earnings communications, investor relations, and corporate communications.
• Support corporate governance initiatives, including board/committee processes and meeting materials.
• Advise on equity and debt financing, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.
• Provide guidance on domestic and international legal, regulatory, and governance issues.
• Support equity administration programs, insider trading compliance, and Section 16 reporting.
• Assist with corporate maintenance and governance of subsidiaries.
• Monitor developments in governance trends and provide practical guidance to stakeholders.

Skills

Securities compliance

Corporate governance

Public company reporting

Board governance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

Taylor Root Dusseldorf represents a publicly traded clean energy technology company seeking a Securities & Corporate Governance Counsel to lead governance, securities compliance, board support, and strategic corporate transactions in a fast‑growing global business.

You will influence governance practices, advise executive leadership on disclosures and investor relations, and oversee board processes, equity programs, and cross‑border matters in a dynamic environment.