Corporate Securities Attorney

Job Overview

The Corporate Securities Attorney position at US Foods, Inc. requires a highly skilled professional to oversee public company reporting, ensure compliance with securities laws, and advise management on corporate governance.

About the Role

This hybrid role involves leading legal aspects of capital markets transactions and providing strategic legal support for mergers and acquisitions. Candidates must have at least 5 years of relevant experience in corporate securities law, strong negotiation skills, and a Juris Doctor degree.

Responsibilities

• Securities Law Compliance and Reporting: Oversee and manage all public company reporting and disclosure obligations, including the preparation and filing of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 reports.
• Ensure Compliance with Federal and State Securities Laws: Ensure compliance with federal and state securities laws, including Sarbanes-Oxley and Dodd-Frank regulations.
• Provide Counsel on Insider Trading Compliance: Provide counsel on insider trading compliance, disclosure policies, and other SEC-related regulatory matters.
• Work with Finance and Investor Relations Teams: Work with finance, investor relations, and external advisors to ensure accurate and timely disclosure of financial and non-financial information.

Corporate Governance

• Advise Management on Corporate Governance Best Practices: Advise management on corporate governance best practices, fiduciary duties, and shareholder relations.
• Manage Corporate Governance Documentation: Manage corporate governance documentation, including drafting board resolutions, charters, bylaws, and preparing materials for board and committee meetings.
• Monitor and Advise on Evolving Regulatory Requirements: Monitor and advise on evolving regulatory requirements affecting corporate governance and develop strategies to ensure compliance.

Transactional and Strategic Support

• Lead Legal Aspects of Capital Markets Transactions: Lead legal aspects of capital markets transactions, including public and private equity and debt offerings, stock repurchase programs, and other financing activities.
• Provide Legal Support for Mergers and Acquisitions: Provide legal support for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions, including conducting due diligence, negotiating transaction agreements, and managing closings.

Benefits and Compensation

The estimated salary for this role is between $110,000 and $180,000 annually, depending on relevant experience and education. In addition to base compensation, this role will also receive an annual incentive plan bonus and a long-term incentive. Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.