Regulatory Counsel - Secureworks
Legal
Secureworks® (NASDAQ: SCWX) a global cybersecurity leader, enables our customers and partners to outpace and outmaneuver adversaries with more precision, so they can rapidly adapt and respond to market forces to meet their business needs. With a unique combination of cloud-native, SaaS security platform and intelligence-driven security solutions, informed by 20+ years of threat intelligence and research, no other security platform is grounded and informed with this much real-world experience. www.secureworks.com
We enjoy competitive compensation and benefits packages, and reward and recognize our employees for exceptional results. A constant focus on continued learning and growth keeps our team members engaged and excited about “what’s next.” We offer flexible work options when available, and emphasize the importance of work-life balance. We know that when our people are rewarded, recognized, and rejuvenated, we win as a team.
Role Overview
Secureworks, an industry leader in the provision of cybersecurity services, is a seeking an attorney to join its growing legal team as Regulatory Counsel in the Atlanta office. The position will report to the Vice President, Legal and will be responsible for assisting with SEC and Board governance activities as well as contractual negotiations to support Procurement, Marketing, Partner/Distributor transactions and the company’s strategic initiatives.
Role Responsibilities
- Assists with drafting and filing the company’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings, including the annual and quarterly reports, proxy statements and other related filings
- Provides legal support to the Corporate Secretary, including the drafting, preparation and review of Board of Director meeting materials
- Collaborates and provides legal guidance on external communications such as earnings releases, press releases, investor presentations and marketing materials
- Provides support negotiating, drafting, and finalizing procurement contracts and contracts with partners and distributors
- Provides diligence support and other transaction support in connection with the company’s strategic initiatives
- Recognizes risk elements in business transactions, and collaborates with Sales, Operations, Finance, Legal, Tax, and Insurance groups to ensure that agreements meet Company policies and protect the Company’s interests
- Remains up-to-date on relevant industry, commercial, cybersecurity and privacy laws and regulations to ensure an ongoing ability to provide informed legal advice
- Assists with governance and compliance matters
- Manages outside counsel efficiently and associated budgets as needed
- Handles other Legal projects as assigned
Minimum Requirements
- J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school with strong academic performance; Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar; State Bar of Georgia is preferred
- 3 years of relevant experience in law firms and/or in-house legal departments
- 3 year of experience in structuring, negotiating, and drafting commercial transactions
- 3 year of experience with SEC reporting matters preferred
Preferred Skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to convey detailed, complex information to senior management and Legal team members in a succinct and cogent manner, and to partner with employees of all levels throughout the organization
- Highly motivated individual with superior interpersonal skills and a collaborative and collegial attitude
- Sound and practical business acumen
- Self-starter with demonstrated ability to successfully work independently with little guidance
- Exceptional ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects with poise in an entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment
Secureworks (A Dell Technologies Company) is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Secureworks are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Secureworks will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Learn more about Diversity and Inclusion at Secureworks here.
