Vice President Assistant General Counsel (Irving Tx based- Corp HQ)

Builders FirstSource • Irving, TX

75d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant General Counsel is a pivotal role designed for a highly skilled legal professional with a keen understanding of corporate, securities, real estate, and litigation matters, including executive compensation, equity-based incentive programs, and public company governance obligations. The role requires the ability to navigate complex legal challenges, provide sound counsel on a broad range of issues, and uphold the highest standards of compliance and ethical integrity. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a robust track record in legal advisory, real estate transactions, commercial leasing, mergers and acquisitions, litigation management, securities compliance, executive compensation, and risk assessment, combined with a collaborative approach that supports the Company's mission and business objectives.

Requirements

• A Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with a state bar association.
• A minimum of 5-10 years of relevant litigation experience, ideally in a combination of law firm and in-house counsel roles.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical business guidance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound judgment, high ethical standards, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to influence with impact, manage complex, cross-border matters, and potentially supervise junior legal staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues to all levels of management
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills
• Strong leadership skills with a willingness to collaborate, share knowledge, respond quickly to urgent matters, and execute proactively
• Ability to effectively multi-task, stay highly organized, and thrive in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to manage and motivate direct reports and outside counsel driving tangible results through people
• Must understand and embrace the company’s core values and corporate goals
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access)

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of corporate, securities, real estate, and litigation matters.
• Experience with executive compensation, equity-based incentive programs, and public company governance obligations.
• Experience in legal advisory, real estate transactions, commercial leasing, mergers and acquisitions, litigation management, securities compliance, executive compensation, and risk assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and support related to the Company’s executive compensation programs, including Long-Term Incentive Plans (LTIPs), Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), performance-based equity awards, and other incentive compensation arrangements.
• Partner with Human Resources, Finance, Payroll, and executive leadership to ensure the design, administration, and governance of equity and incentive compensation programs comply with applicable laws, regulations, and plan documents.
• Advise on securities law matters impacting equity compensation, including compliance with SEC reporting requirements, insider trading regulations, Section 16 obligations, Rule 10b5-1 plans, and stock ownership guidelines.
• Support the preparation, review, and filing of proxy statement disclosures, Forms 3, 4, and 5, and other executive compensation and governance-related disclosures.
• Provide legal guidance regarding compensation committee matters, including drafting materials, resolutions, and governance documents supporting executive compensation decisions.
• Monitor and advise on legal and regulatory developments affecting executive compensation, equity awards, clawback requirements, pay-versus-performance disclosures, and other public company governance obligations.
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions by assessing the impact on outstanding equity awards, retention programs, and executive compensation arrangements.
• Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and training related to insider trading, equity award administration, executive compensation governance, and related compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, stock exchange requirements, and corporate governance standards.
• Supervises assigned employees both on site and remotely located, including staff selection and training; planning, assigning and directing work; conducting performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love.
• Great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives.
• Latest training, tools, and technologies.
• Empowerment to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree