Corporate and Securities Attorney

3 hours ago


Waltham, Massachusetts, United States Viridian Therapeutics Full time
Job Title: Corporate and Securities Counsel

At Viridian Therapeutics, we are dedicated to developing innovative medicines for individuals living with autoimmune and rare diseases. Our team's expertise in antibody discovery and engineering has led to a robust pipeline of investigational therapeutic candidates for well-validated targets.

Job Summary

The Corporate and Securities Counsel will serve as a critical member of our legal team, supporting a broad range of legal matters, including management of SEC filings and annual meetings, advising on corporate governance, participating in Board management, and corporate secretarial work. This role requires strong knowledge of US securities laws and corporate governance, as well as experience in corporate governance matters and financing transactions.

Responsibilities
  • Provide expert advice and support on securities laws, corporate governance, corporate secretarial, and general corporate matters
  • Prepare and manage the Company's SEC filings, including periodic reports, current reports, proxy statements, Section 16 filings, securities offerings, and other related filings
  • Provide legal support and guidance with respect to equity plan administration and trading windows
  • Assist the Chief Legal Officer in staying current on and advising the Board regarding governance-related matters
  • Collaborate and provide legal guidance on external communications, such as earnings releases, press releases, and investor presentations
  • Collaborate on business development and financing transactions and legal due diligence activities
  • Provide onboarding training and other training on Company-related legal topics as needed
  • Provide support for legal projects as needed, including employment matters, trade compliance, business development, and other legal projects
  • Interact effectively and cross-functionally with internal business clients at various levels of management and across the Company
  • Effectively and efficiently manage outside counsel on a variety of matters
  • Collaborate effectively and efficiently as a member of Viridian's internal legal team
Requirements
  • Requires a Juris Doctor from a national law school and strong academic credentials
  • Requires admission to, and in good standing with, the bar of at least one state or the District of Columbia
  • Requires a minimum of 5+ years of progressive legal experience, including meaningful experience in a law firm managing US securities transactional and regulatory matters
  • Strong knowledge of US securities laws and corporate governance
  • Experience in corporate governance matters and financing transactions
  • General experience supporting a business is required
  • Broad understanding of the pharmaceutical and/or life sciences industry is preferred
  • A learning mindset with the desire to expand legal and business skills to support the business when needed and as required by the evolution of the company
  • Excellent analytical, detail-oriented, organization, and information-seeking skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-resolution skills
  • Exceptional business judgment, with the ability to think strategically and give practical advice while balancing business needs with legal risks
  • Strong negotiating skills with both legal and financial/commercial issues and functions of the Company
  • Developed organizational capabilities and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under tight timelines
  • Strong commitment to ethical standards
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
Benefits

Viridian offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay and stock options for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% of premiums paid by Viridian for employees and their eligible dependents, fertility and mental health programs, short- and long-term disability coverage, life, travel, and AD&D, 401(k) Company Match with immediate company vest, employee stock purchase plan, generous vacation plan, and paid company holiday shutdowns.

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws.

Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.


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