Sr. Counsel, Corporate

Databricks Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 187,000 - 272,000; Full time

Job summary

Databricks Inc. is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to join our Legal team to advise on governance, M&A, and securities compliance.

You will partner with finance, investor relations, and leadership to support disclosures and cross-border subsidiary management, reporting to Senior Managing Counsel, Corporate. Ideal candidates have a JD, bar in good standing, and 8+ years of experience advising public or high-growth companies on corporate matters, with strong interpersonal and organizational

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience advising public or high-growth companies on corporate governance, securities law, SEC reporting or IPO readiness.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with senior management under tight deadlines.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and manage multiple cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate transactions, including M&A, ventures, and equity financing.
• Assist with public company readiness and securities law compliance.
• Develop and improve disclosure controls in coordination with finance and IR.
• Prepare board and committee materials and advise on governance matters.
• Draft and review governance policies and procedures; update as needed.
• Review investor communications and other corporate announcements.

Skills

Governance

M&A

Securities law

Stakeholder management

Public company readiness

Strong communication

Education

J.D.

Job description

Databricks is looking for a talented and experienced Senior Corporate Counsel to join our expanding Legal team. This position will report to our Senior Managing Counsel, Corporate, and is a unique opportunity to advise on and drive a broad range of corporate matters, including governance, M&A and venture transactions, public company readiness and securities law compliance and subsidiary management, and to provide business-focused legal advice to stakeholders throughout Databricks on a daily basis.

You will be agile, highly organized and have the skills, drive and flexibility to support and accelerate a leading technology company, addressing novel legal issues and organizational challenges. A successful candidate will be a resourceful self-starter, comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and excellent at building strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support all phases of corporate transactions, including M&A, ventures and equity and capital raising transactions
• Support public company readiness and securities law compliance initiatives
• Develop, implement and continuously improve disclosure controls and procedures in coordination with finance, investor relations and other internal stakeholders
• Prepare and review board and committee materials and advise on board-related governance matters
• Prepare governance and compliance policies and procedures, including updates to such policies and procedures
• Review and advise internal stakeholders with respect to investor presentations, offering materials, public announcements, press releases, and other corporate communications
• Support ESG and sustainability reporting initiatives as needed, with a focus on corporate-governance, disclosure and public-company reporting considerations
• Advise on antitrust and competition law aspects of M&A, as well as provide global antitrust and competition counseling.
• Lead international subsidiary management, including formation and maintenance of domestic and international subsidiaries
• Establish and execute OKRs to continuously improve processes for scaling legal support for general corporate matters
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including finance, corporate development, marketing, investor relations and outside counsel

Basic Qualifications and Experience

• 8+ years of experience at a nationally-recognized law firm, a public company or a combination of both
• J.D. from a top-tier law school
• Member of a state bar in good standing
• You have substantial experience advising public and/or high-growth private companies on corporate governance, securities law compliance, SEC reporting or IPO readiness and corporate transactions
• You possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to form relationships with key stakeholders
• You can perform and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-intensive environment and enjoy being continually challenged
• You are a self-starter with the capability to operate independently and to interact confidently with senior management when required
• You have a strong work ethic, excellent organizational skills and can manage many cross-functional projects simultaneously with minimal supervision

Pay Range Transparency

Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the expected salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location. Based on the factors above, Databricks anticipates utilizing the full width of the range. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above. For more information regarding which range your location is in visit our page here .

Zone 2 Pay Range

$197,800 — $272,050 USD

Pay Range Transparency

Databricks is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range(s) for this role is listed below and represents the expected salary range for non-commissionable roles or on-target earnings for commissionable roles. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, relevant certifications and training, and specific work location. Based on the factors above, Databricks anticipates utilizing the full width of the range. The total compensation package for this position may also include eligibility for annual performance bonus, equity, and the benefits listed above. For more information regarding which range your location is in visit our page here .

Zone 3 Pay Range

$186,900 — $256,950 USD

About Databricks

Databricks is the Data and AI company. More than 20,000 organizations worldwide — including adidas, AT&T, Bayer, Block, Mastercard, Rivian, Unilever, and 70% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data + AI Platform to build and scale data and AI apps, analytics and agents. Headquartered in San Francisco with 30+ offices around the globe, Databricks offers a unified platform that includes Genie, Lakebase, Agent Bricks, Lakeflow, Lakehouse, and Unity Catalog. To learn more, follow Databricks on LinkedIn , X , YouTube , and Instagram .

Benefits

At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here .

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Compliance

If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.