Vice President, Legal – Corporate Governance, Securities, M & A

Remote, USA • Full-time • Posted 2026-05-31

Lead all aspects of governance, including Board and committee support, governance policies, and best practices; advise on fiduciary duties, governance trends, and regulatory developments; oversee preparation of Board materials, resolutions, minutes, and corporate records; ensure compliance with corporate laws and listing standards.
Oversee SEC compliance matters; ensure adherence to securities laws, disclosure requirements, and insider trading policies; partner with Finance and legal leadership on investor communications and disclosures; monitor and advise on evolving regulatory requirements and corporate disclosure best practices.
Lead legal strategy and execution for M&A transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic investments; manage due diligence, deal structuring, negotiation, and transaction documentation; coordinate cross-functional teams and external counsel for efficient deal execution; advise on post-merger integration and risk mitigation.
Build and lead a high-performing legal team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability; collaborate closely with executive leadership, Finance, HR, Compliance, and business units; manage outside counsel relationships and legal budgets effectively.

J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing
12+ years of legal experience, with a strong mix of law firm and in-house experience preferred
Deep expertise in corporate governance, securities law, and M&A transactions
Experience supporting a publicly traded company strongly preferred
Proven ability to lead complex transactions and advise senior executives and boards
Experience in the technology sector or other high-growth industries
Familiarity with global compliance and cross-border transactions
Track record of building or scaling legal functions
Strong business judgment and the ability to translate legal risk into practical guidance
Expertise in due diligence, negotiation, deal structuring, and transaction documentation
Outstanding communication skills, including executive-level presentation and drafting clear disclosures
Ability to manage complex projects, multiple stakeholders, and outside counsel to budget.
Some travel required