Director Corporate Counsel, Corporate Governance & Securities
Regeneron’s Corporate Governance & Securities Team is seeking an experienced Attorney to provide legal advice with regard to public company reporting, securities laws compliance, treasury/financing matters, corporate governance, and general corporate matters. The attorney will be an integral part of a proactive, agile, and solutions-oriented legal team that provides advice to a number of key internal clients.
_This position is hybrid 3 days a week onsite at our Corporate Offices based in Sleepy Hollow, NY. This is not available for fully remote based work.
_ As a Director, Counsel for Corporate Governance & Securities a typical day may include:
- Assist in the preparation of, coordinate legal input for, and provide overall legal support for current and periodic reports to the SEC, including Forms 10-K, Forms 10-Q, and Forms 8-K.
- Prepare, review, and provide disclosure advice concerning Section 16 reporting.
- Assist in the preparation of, coordinate legal input for, and provide overall legal support for proxy statements and related materials, including the compensation discussion and analysis.
- Assist with financing matters and legal support of the treasury function.
- Assist with shareholder engagement matters and perform research relating to various corporate governance issues.
- Help maintain accurate corporate records and documentation and provide ongoing administration and data maintenance of subsidiaries on a global basis (domestic and international).
- Conduct SEC, NASDAQ, and general corporate governance and disclosure research and analysis and provide support to internal clients, including Investor Relations, Accounting, Finance, Treasury, and Corporate Affairs with regard to external and internal communications and other matters.
- Draft and maintain shareholder and board resolutions, consents, agendas, secretary’s certificates, and other records.
- Assist with annual shareholder meeting matters.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
This Role May Be For You If You
- Have the ability to communicate effectively at all levels throughout the company and all supported client groups.
- Possess a history of self-motivation, working independently on projects, meeting aggressive deadlines, and juggling multiple matters.
- Have a history of excellent interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills and ability to work in highly collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Are professionally driven through ethics, integrity, and judgment.
To be considered for this role you must posses a BA/BS and JD with excellent law school credentials. Licensed to practice law in New York or be eligible for licensure as a registered in-house counsel in New York. 5 – 10 years of experience in SEC and public company compliance and corporate governance. Law-firm training preferred; experience with biotechnology or pharmaceuticals companies a plus.
Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which often include (depending on location) health and wellness programs, fitness centers, equity awards, annual bonuses, and paid time off for eligible employees at all levels!
Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.
For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.
Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.
Salary Range (annually)
$198,000.00 - $330,000.00
