In-House Counsel: Corporate Securities Expert

1 day ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States US Foods, Inc. Full time
Sr. Counsel Corporate and Securities

The role of Sr. Counsel Corporate and Securities at US Foods, Inc. requires a seasoned expert in corporate securities law with a strong background in complex commercial transactions and public company reporting. This individual will oversee the preparation and filing of critical SEC documents, ensure adherence to federal and state laws, and advise on corporate governance best practices.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Securities Law Compliance and Reporting:
    • Prepare and file Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 reports, ensuring compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley and Dodd-Frank regulations.
    • Counsel on insider trading compliance, disclosure policies, and other SEC-related regulatory matters.
    • Collaborate 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, fiduciary duties, and shareholder relations.
    • 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 affecting corporate governance and develop strategies to ensure compliance.
  • Transactional and Strategic Support:
    • 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, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions, including conducting due diligence, negotiating transaction agreements, and managing closings.
    • Work closely with cross-functional teams on transaction strategy, timelines, and integration planning.

Relationships and Collaboration:

  • Internal: Work closely with the legal team, investor relations, executive compensation, and treasury departments.
  • External: Engage with outside counsel, government agencies, the board of directors, proxy advisory companies, and third parties.

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate securities law, complex commercial transactions, and at least 3 years in an in-house public company or large law firm environment.
  • Excellent relationship-building skills, negotiation, drafting, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Demonstrated success in managing public company reporting, corporate governance, and securities transactions.
  • Ability to manage complex matters with executive management and board-level stakeholders.

Compensation:

The estimated annual salary range for this position is between $110,000 and $180,000, depending on relevant experience and education. The role also offers an annual incentive plan bonus and long-term incentives. Additionally, benefits 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.

Keywords:

Corporate Securities Expert, Public Company Reporting, Legal Counsel, Mergers and Acquisitions, Commercial Transactions, Capital Markets, Insider Trading, Sarbanes-Oxley



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