Corporate Counsel - Securities / SEC

AMN Healthcare•Dallas, TX

1d•$169,500 - $201,500•Hybrid

About The Position

Welcome to AMN Healthcare: Where Your Career Becomes the Next Big Success Story! Ever wondered what it takes to build one of the largest and most successful healthcare staffing and total talent solutions companies? It takes trailblazers, innovators, and amazing people like you. At AMN Healthcare, we don’t just offer jobs; we pave the way for incredible careers. Why AMN Healthcare? Because You Deserve the Best: Forbes Recognition: We don’t just make lists; we make headlines. AMN Healthcare proudly claims a spot on Forbes’ prestigious lists not once, but twice! We’re among the “Best Large Employers for Women,” a testament to our commitment to excellence. SIA Approval: Acknowledged by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) as one of the “Rapidly Advancing Staffing Firms,” we have no plans to decelerate in the future. Incredible Futures: Join a team that doesn’t just talk about building the future; we’re shaping it. Discover how AMN Healthcare is crafting incredible futures, one amazing career at a time. Dallas, Texas or San Diego, CA (Hybrid work model) Job Summary The SEC Corporate Counsel provides legal guidance on corporate governance, SEC reporting, and compliance with securities laws and NYSE rules. This role partners closely with Finance, Investor Relations, and senior leadership to review filings, support board and shareholder meeting preparation, and advise on strategic transactions. The position is highly collaborative and requires strong technical knowledge of securities regulations and corporate governance practices.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate and admission to the Texas or California Bar required.
Bachelor’s Degree required.
3–5 years of experience as an attorney in a well-regarded law firm and/or in-house role advising public companies on SEC compliance and corporate governance.
Experience with SEC reporting (10-K, 10-Q, proxy statements, Section 16 filings) and corporate governance support.
Familiarity with securities laws, NYSE rules, and transactional work (capital markets, M&A preferred).

Nice To Haves

Experience drafting board materials and managing shareholder meeting preparation.
Exposure to equity administration and retirement plans.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight timelines.

Responsibilities

Review and provide legal advice on SEC filings, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, proxy statements, and Section 16 reports (Forms 3, 4, and 5).
Collaborate with the financial reporting team to review drafts and ensure compliance with securities laws and NYSE rules.
Advise on disclosure matters and review investor relations materials.
Manage filing processes internally without reliance on outside counsel (though external resources may be consulted for complex questions).
Support the corporate secretarial function, including preparing materials for Board of Directors and Committee meetings and the annual shareholder meeting.
Draft board and committee minutes, presentations, and meeting books; coordinate agendas and materials with executives.
Ensure compliance with securities laws and NYSE rules through periodic reviews and proactive guidance.
Monitor evolving regulations and advise on implications for reporting and governance.
Provide legal support for securities offerings, financings, investments, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions.
Build strong relationships with Finance, Investor Relations, and other internal teams to deliver clear, pragmatic legal advice.
Communicate effectively with senior leaders and executive management.