Strategic Assistant General Counsel – Securities & M&A

carlislecompanies; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Companies in Scottsdale, AZ seeks an Assistant General Counsel to lead securities law compliance, corporate governance, and M&A activity. You will partner with finance, investor relations, and corporate development to provide strategic, legally sound guidance while ensuring regulatory adherence.

The role emphasizes oversight of SEC filings, governance materials, and collaboration with external counsel.

Qualifications

• J.D. and active bar in good standing required.
• Minimum 4 years of legal experience in Securities/M&A, in-house or top-tier firm.
• Experience with SEC filings, public company compliance, and transactional work.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary securities law advisor, overseeing SEC filings and disclosure obligations.
• Lead legal due diligence, negotiation, documentation, and integration support for M&A and strategic transactions.
• Support corporate secretary functions and governance materials; manage board/committee materials.
• Advise senior management on legal risks, deal structuring, and compliance across transactions.
• Oversee outside counsel budgets and coordinate cross-functional legal operations.

Skills

Leadership

Securities law

M&A

Legal drafting

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Active U.S. state bar membership

Job description

Carlisle Companies in Scottsdale, AZ seeks an Assistant General Counsel to lead securities law compliance, corporate governance, and M&A activity. You will partner with finance, investor relations, and corporate development to provide strategic, legally sound guidance while ensuring regulatory adherence.

The role emphasizes oversight of SEC filings, governance materials, and collaboration with external counsel.