Securities & Corporate Governance Director

SSR Mining Inc.•Denver, CO

16d•$200,000 - $220,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a securities and corporate governance counsel who will support and lead all aspects of our public company reporting obligations, corporate governance framework, and capital markets activities. SSR is listed on the NASDAQ and TSX. In this role, you will be a strategic thought partner to the General Counsel and senior leadership, providing reliable, practical, and business oriented legal counsel in connection with corporate, securities, and governance matters in accordance with the company’s core values, long term corporate objectives, and strategic direction. The ideal candidate will have approximately 4 to 7 years of corporate and securities experience, preferably with prior experience working as a corporate and securities attorney in a publicly traded company. Mining or natural resources experience is a plus. Candidates with experience supporting chief compliance officers in the design, implementation, and oversight of corporate compliance programs are also a plus. The candidate must be highly detail oriented, capable of exercising sound legal judgment, and comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy in a fast-paced public company environment. The position will be based out of our corporate headquarters in Denver, Colorado and will report to the SVP, General Counsel and Company Secretary.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction with the ability to waive into the State of Colorado
4-7 of years of experience, including at least 3 years of preferably in-house experience in a publicly traded company although candidates with corporate & securities experience at a nationally recognized law firm will be considered
Strong desire to work on securities compliance and capital markets legal matters with proven track record of the ability to take the lead on the legal analysis and drafting of disclosure documents
Ability to make sound judgment calls under pressure
Ability to prioritize and manage numerous tasks quickly, accurately, and efficiently in a fast-paced environment and under deadline pressure
Ability to resolve ambiguities and provide legal guidance in uncertain situations with a focus on business results
Strategic thinking to provide business advice and solutions
Ability to work in and maintain a highly confidential and privileged environment
Strong presentation and negotiation skills, solid business instincts and judgment, and outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with strong drive and motivation to achieve results
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

Mining or natural resources experience is a plus.
Candidates with experience supporting chief compliance officers in the design, implementation, and oversight of corporate compliance programs are also a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide oversight and leadership on public company financial reporting, NASDAQ and TSX rules, Securities Act and Exchange Act regulations, disclosure controls and procedures, internal controls, audit committee matters, earnings releases, quarterly reporting, and securities offering materials, working closely with outside counsel, finance, internal audit, and internal legal resources
Support General Counsel in providing legal advice on corporate governance matters, including Board and Committee charters, governance guidelines, director independence assessments, related party transactions, conflicts of interest, and Board evaluation processes
Partner with the General Counsel and Corporate Governance Paralegal to develop, draft, and coordinate Board of Directors and Committee materials.
Review, prepare, and oversee all public disclosure and securities filings, including proxy statements, Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Section 16 filings across all applicable listing exchanges
Lead the preparation of the Company’s annual proxy statement, oversee the Corporate Governance Paralegal in the proxy process, support the total rewards team in the preparation of the CD&A, and coordinate with external proxy advisors and transfer agents
Assist with the planning and execution of the Company’s annual stockholder meeting, including disclosure, logistics, and governance requirements
Advise on disclosure matters, including press releases, earnings materials, investor presentations, sustainability disclosures, and other external communications
In conjunction with the General Counsel and EVP, Human Resources, coordinate annual sustainability related engagement with the Company’s investors and support preparation of the Company’s annual sustainability report
Maintain and oversee the Company’s standing with proxy advisory firms, ESG rating organizations, and governance focused stakeholders
Oversee insider trading compliance, including administration of blackout periods, pre clearance processes, 10b5 1 plans, equity plans, and related training
Support the Company’s treasury and capital markets activities, including review and negotiation of credit facilities, and support for equity and debt offerings, working with outside counsel and internal stakeholders
Support legal entity management, subsidiary governance, intercompany financing arrangements, and corporate compliance matters across the Company’s global footprint
Coordinate U.S. and Canadian securities law compliance and work closely with external counsel on cross border disclosure and regulatory matters
Keep current on applicable securities laws, regulations, enforcement actions, and emerging governance trends, and proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities
Manage and mentor the Corporate Governance Paralegal, including oversight of subsidiary governance processes and entity management
Work with outside counsel in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner
Assume responsibility for special projects and assignments as determined