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Associate General Counsel, Securities and Corporate Governance Counsel

Associate General Counsel, Securities and Corporate Governance Counsel

Southwest Accounting Resources, IncPhoenix, AZ, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Associate General Counsel, Securities and Corporate Governance Counsel | Phoenix, Arizona

We're seeking an exceptional legal mind to join this Phoenix team as Associate General Counsel, Securities and Corporate Governance Counsel This is your opportunity to leverage your securities expertise in a culture that values both legal precision and cross-functional collaboration.

Your Impact

In this pivotal role, you'll serve as the cornerstone of our client's compliance framework while building meaningful partnerships across departments. Your ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable guidance will create alignment between Finance, HR, Compliance, and Investor Relations teams, fostering a culture of transparent communication and informed decision-making.

Your Core Responsibilities

Securities Law Leadership :

  • Drive the preparation and review of SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) with meticulous attention to regulatory compliance
  • Collaborate with communications team to develop compelling earnings releases and investor presentations
  • Provide authoritative guidance on public disclosure obligations and Regulation FD compliance
  • Maintain strategic relationships with outside counsel on specialized matters

Corporate Governance Excellence :

  • Orchestrate board and committee meetings in partnership with executive leadership
  • Champion the evolution of governance best practices within the organization
  • Spearhead legal aspects of stockholder meetings, coordinating seamlessly across multiple departments

    • Strategic Advisory :

  • Establish yourself as an indispensable advisor throughout the organization
  • Deliver insightful guidance on executive compensation structures and equity plans
  • Support corporate transactions through close collaboration with business development teams

    • Your Qualifications

    Required :

  • JD from an accredited law school with active bar membership
  • 6+ years of securities law and corporate governance experience
  • Exceptional communication skills-particularly translating legal complexities for non-legal audiences
  • Genuine enthusiasm for cross-functional collaboration

    • Your Growth Trajectory

    This role offers clear advancement paths as you deepen your organizational expertise and strengthen key relationships. Top performers frequently :

  • Expand their influence in corporate transactions
  • Lead high-impact governance initiatives
  • Develop specialized knowledge in emerging regulatory landscapes
  • Advance to senior legal leadership positions

    • Benefits That Support Your Whole Life

  • Comprehensive benefits with competitive employee contributions
  • Generous time-off policy : vacation allowance, 12 holidays, and 80 hours of sick time annually
  • Immediate-vesting 401(k) match
  • Discounted company stock purchase program
  • Paid volunteer hours with employer charitable matching
  • Robust career development resources and mentoring
  • Flexible work arrangement including Remote Fridays
  • A collaborative culture where your contributions drive real business outcomes

    • For immediate consideration, email your resume to Thyra at [email protected]

    www.southwestaccountingresources.com

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