Senior SEC & Corporate Governance Attorney (Remote/Hybrid)

Cerence Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 168,000 - 253,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical insurance (health, dental, and

Vision insurance

Job summary

Cerence Inc. is seeking an experienced SEC & Corporate Governance Attorney to join our legal team in support of a publicly traded company. You will lead SEC filings, governance matters, and executive compensation disclosures while partnering with leadership, finance, investor relations, and the board.

The role focuses on securities law compliance, disclosure controls, insider trading rules, and strategic transactions, with opportunity for remote/hybrid work depending on position.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active U.S. state bar membership.
• 7–10 years in public company securities law, SEC reporting, and governance.
• Experience with capital markets, M&A, or executive compensation disclosures.
• Experience advising Boards of Directors and executive leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal review and preparation of SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, DEF 14A).
• Advise on Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934 requirements.
• Oversee governance materials, chair minutes, and board communications.
• Support executive compensation disclosures and equity plans.
• Assist with corporate transactions, due diligence, and risk management.

Skills

Securities law

SEC reporting

Corporate governance

Regulation FD

Executive disclosures

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Cerence Inc. is seeking an experienced SEC & Corporate Governance Attorney to join our legal team in support of a publicly traded company. You will lead SEC filings, governance matters, and executive compensation disclosures while partnering with leadership, finance, investor relations, and the board.

The role focuses on securities law compliance, disclosure controls, insider trading rules, and strategic transactions, with opportunity for remote/hybrid work depending on position.