Corporate Counsel (Securities/Corporate)

Adtalem Global Education • Chicago, IL

409d • $100,172 - $181,035

About The Position

The Corporate Counsel (Securities/Corporate) at Adtalem Global Education plays a crucial role in providing legal support across various business functions, particularly in securities law and corporate governance. This position requires a strong background in legal practice, particularly in securities and corporate governance, and involves advising on compliance with regulations, preparing legal documents, and supporting corporate transactions.

Requirements

• J. D. from an accredited law school required.
• 5+ years prior experience as an attorney practicing in a law firm or corporate in-house legal experience required.
• Strong securities and corporate governance experience preferred.
• Strong mergers and acquisition and transaction experience preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly assess potential for risk and opportunity.
• Exemplary analytical and interpretation skills; strong legal research, writing, negotiation and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with clients at all levels of the organization, including senior management.
• Must be able to exercise sound judgment and work independently and efficiently under time pressures and deadlines in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Possesses strong work ethic and customer service orientation and ability to prioritize conflicting demands from multiple business clients.
• Must be in good standing with the Illinois State bar.

Responsibilities

• Advises on a broad range of securities laws and corporate governance matters.
• Assists in the preparation and review of securities filings (annual, quarterly and current reports, proxy statements and Section 16 filings).
• Maintains policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley, New York Stock Exchange rules, SEC regulations (e.g. insider trading, Reg. FD) and other regulations applicable to public companies.
• Prepares and reviews meeting materials for the Board of Directors and its committees.
• Provides legal support for domestic and foreign subsidiaries.
• Provides legal support to Strategy and Corporate Development function, including on matters relating to mergers and acquisitions (e.g. due diligence, drafting agreements).
• Provides legal support to the Finance function, including treasury and tax.
• Provides legal and corporate governance support for institution boards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with 6% match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
• 12 Paid Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree