Senior Corporate Counsel

Taylor Root; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 250,000 - 275,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative culture

Strong leadership support

Mission-driven impact in healthcare

Job summary

A leading pharmaceuticals company in California is seeking a Senior Counsel, Securities and M&A. This role involves leading corporate governance, supporting securities work, and driving compliance initiatives. Candidates should have a JD from an accredited U.S. law school and 5-10 years of experience, with expertise in the pharmaceutical or healthcare sectors as a plus. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative and mission-driven legal team making a significant impact in healthcare.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience at an AmLaw 100 firm preferred or 7-10 years in-house.
• Private practice and in-house experience is a plus.
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate governance efforts, including board materials and filings.
• Support securities work (SEC, Nasdaq, ASX filings).
• Drive compliance initiatives across life sciences regulations.
• Contribute to M&A and strategic transactions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent drafting skills

Analytical skills

Education

JD from an accredited U.S. law school

Job description

Title: Senior Counsel, Securities and M&A

Salary: $250,000 - $275,000 plus annual bonus

My client is a leader in the pharmaceuticals industry looking to bring on a seasoned Senior Counsel. This is a unique opportunity to step into a high-impact role within a growing legal team. You’ll work closely with senior legal leadership and cross-functional teams, contributing to strategic initiatives and ensuring regulatory excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Lead corporate governance efforts, including board materials and filings
• Support securities work (SEC, Nasdaq, ASX filings)
• Drive compliance initiatives across life sciences regulations
• Partner with Commercial, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, Finance, and HR teams
• Contribute to M&A, strategic transactions, and process improvements

What We’re Looking For

• JD from an accredited U.S. law school; active bar membership
• 5-7 years of experience at an AmLaw 100 firm strongly preferred OR 7-10 years of experience on In-House legal team
• A blend of private practice and in-house experience is a plus
• Proven ability to manage complex legal and compliance matters independently
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or healthcare industries is a plus

Why Join?

• Work alongside a dynamic legal team with deep industry experience
• Be part of a mission-driven company making a real impact in healthcare
• Enjoy a collaborative culture and strong leadership support