Associate Director/Director, Corporate & Securities Counsel

Crescent Biopharma , Inc. • Waltham, MA

28d • $187,000 - $255,000

About The Position

Crescent Biopharma’s vision is to build a world leading oncology company bringing the next wave of therapies for cancer patients. The Company’s clinical-stage pipeline includes its lead program, a PD-1 x VEGF bispecific antibody, as well as novel antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). By leveraging multiple modalities and established targets, Crescent aims to rapidly advance potentially transformative therapies either as single agents or as part of combination regimens to treat a range of solid tumors. For more information, visit www.crescentbiopharma.com and follow the Company on LinkedIn and X.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Corporate & Securities Counsel to join our growing legal team. This individual will play a critical role in supporting the company’s public company reporting obligations and broader corporate governance needs. The ideal candidate will bring strong securities law experience from a top law firm and/or in-house legal department, with the ability to independently manage SEC filings and contribute to a range of corporate legal matters.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school and admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• A minimum of five years of securities law experience at a top-tier law firm and/or in a public biotech company’s legal department
• Deep knowledge of SEC rules and regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley, listing exchange requirements, and other applicable laws and regulations
• Ability to interpret legal requirements and deliver pragmatic, business-oriented guidance
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Nice To Haves

• General corporate background and familiarity with equity plans and executive compensation is a plus

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review periodic and current reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, and 5)
• Support corporate governance matters, including board and committee preparation and maintenance of governance policies and practices
• Assist with disclosure planning and drafting, including earnings releases, investor presentations, and the annual proxy statement
• Advise on securities law compliance, Nasdaq listing standards, and insider trading matters
• Provide legal support for corporate transactions, including financings and equity offerings
• Support cross-functional teams on general corporate matters
• Collaborate with external counsel and internal teams including Finance, Investor Relations, and HR

Benefits

• Opportunity to join a mission-driven team where you'll contribute to impactful work, take on varied responsibilities, and grow quickly in a dynamic environment
• Competitive compensation, including base salary, performance bonus, and equity
• 100% employer-paid benefits package
• Flexible PTO
• Two, one-week company-wide shutdowns each year
• A commitment to your professional development, with access to resources, mentorship, and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

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