Senior Corporate Counsel

Rocket Lab Corporation•Long Beach, CA

18h•$140,000 - $250,000•Onsite

About The Position

Based onsite at Rocket Lab's Headquarters in Long Beach, CA, the Senior Corporate Counsel plays a key role in supporting the SVP, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary and the broader legal and compliance organization. This role is ideal for a seasoned corporate attorney with extensive experience in securities, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory matters. The successful candidate will provide strategic legal advice to senior management and oversee critical legal functions for a publicly traded company, ensuring compliance and supporting the company’s growth and innovation.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active membership in the California State Bar or Registered In-House Counsel (RIHC).
Minimum of 7+ years of legal experience.
Proven experience as in-house counsel for publicly traded company or at a top-tier law firm.
Experience in security law compliance, as well as navigating complex corporate structures and transactions.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate initiative and the ability to take on greater responsibilities with potential for leadership opportunities over time.
Capable of adapting to fast-paced changes, shifting priorities, evolving directions, and addressing unique legal challenges.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to senior executives and boards.
Experience managing external counsel relationships and budgets, focusing on reviewing legal bills and keeping costs under control.
Familiarity with the Aerospace or Space industry and related regulations.
Familiarity with export compliance regulations e.g. ITAR and EAR

Responsibilities

Manage the corporate governance and securities matters for the company as well as act as lead attorney, managing from a legal aspect, capital market activity and mergers and acquisition transactions.
Lead legal review, advise and assist with the crafting of annual and quarterly reports, proxy statements, and other public disclosures in compliance with SEC regulations and NASDAQ listing exchange requirements.
Lead legal review, advise and assist with capital markets and other financing transactions.
Provide guidance on Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, Regulation FD, insider trading policies, and 10b5-1 plans.
Collaborate with investor relations, finance, and communications teams to ensure accurate and timely public disclosures.
Advise on corporate governance matters, including board and committee issues, director independence, and executive compensation.
Develop and maintain corporate policies related to governance, securities trading, and public disclosures.
Assist in legal due diligence and negotiation for M&A transactions, including public and private transactions, and cross-border acquisitions.
Provide strategic legal advice on transaction structures, risk assessment, and post-acquisition integration.

Benefits

Base salary is just one component of our total rewards package at Rocket Lab. Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.
Eligibility for benefits may vary based on employment status, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role. Benefit programs are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

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