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Director, Legal Counsel, Corporate & Securities

Provides legal support for capital markets transactions, corporate governance, board support, and securities compliance. Requires JD, state bar membership, and 4-7 years of corporate/securities experience at a top-tier law firm.

204k – 255kDenver, COLegalOnsite4+ YOE

About the role

Capital Markets & Financings

  • Provide legal support on primary and secondary capital markets transactions, including equity and debt offerings, from initial diligence through negotiation, signing, and closing.
  • Manage the completion of disclosure schedules, ancillary documents, and KYC requests; coordinate document flow with investors and banks.
  • Assist with post-closing matters and ensure ongoing compliance with governing document and side letter covenants, obligations, and reporting requirements.
  • Maintain organized internal deal files and corporate records. Develop standardized templates and checklists to improve team efficiency and transaction consistency.

Corporate Governance & Board Support

  • Assist with the preparation of materials for the Board of Directors and its committees, including agendas, presentations, minutes, and resolutions.
  • Assist with the preparation and distribution of stockholder consents and notices, including vote threshold analysis.
  • Advise on company governing and investor documents, including charter, bylaws, voting agreements, investor rights agreements, and right of first refusal agreements.
  • Help build and scale corporate policies, controls, and processes that mature with the company as it grows in size and complexity.

Securities Compliance & Reporting

  • Support the development and review of the company’s securities-related disclosures and reporting materials, including periodic and event-driven reporting to investors and other stakeholders.
  • Help develop and maintain disclosure, information governance, and communications protocols appropriate for a sophisticated, well-capitalized organization.
  • Advise on insider trading policies, equity transaction reporting, and related compliance processes for directors, officers, and other key stakeholders.

Cross-Functional Partnership

  • Serve as a key legal advisor on corporate and securities matters to partners across the company, including Finance, Accounting, Investor Relations, and HR.
  • Translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into clear, practical guidance for business stakeholders.

What You'll Bring

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar.
  • A minimum of 4-7 years of corporate and securities experience at a top-tier law firm.
  • Deep subject matter expertise in capital markets, governance, and regulatory reporting and compliance.
  • Proven track record of advising companies on complex corporate and transactional matters.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent business judgment and strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively advise and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with extreme professionalism.
  • A proactive, team-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and AI tools (Claude, Gemini).
  • In-house experience at a technology or high-growth company is a plus.

Benefits

  • Industry competitive pay
  • Restricted Stock Units in a fast growing, well-funded technology company
  • Health insurance package options that include HDHP and PPO, vision, and dental for you and your dependents
  • Employer contributions to HSA accounts
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
  • Teladoc
  • 401(k) with a 100% match up to 4% of salary
  • Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Subscription to the Calm app
  • MetLife Legal
  • Company paid commuter benefit

Compensation Range

Compensation will be paid in the range of up to $204,000 -$255,000 + Bonus. Restricted Stock Units are included in all offers. Compensation to be determined by the applicants knowledge, education, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Skills

Securities LawCorporate GovernanceCapital MarketsEquity OfferingsDebt OfferingsDisclosure SchedulesKycBoard MaterialsStockholder ConsentsInsider Trading PoliciesGoogle WorkspaceMicrosoft OfficeClaude AiGemini Ai

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