Senior/Executive Director, Corporate Counsel

Seaport Therapeutics•Boston, MA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Seaport Therapeutics is a clinical-stage therapeutics company advancing the development of novel neuropsychiatric medicines in areas of high unmet patient needs. The Company has a proven strategy of advancing clinically validated mechanisms previously held back by limitations that are overcome with its proprietary Glyph TM technology platform. All the therapeutic candidates in its pipeline of first and best-in-class medicines are based on the Glyph platform, which is uniquely designed to enable oral bioavailability, bypass first-pass metabolism and reduce hepatotoxicity and other side effects. Seaport is led by an experienced team that invented and advanced important neuropsychiatric medicines and are guided by an extensive network of renowned scientists, clinician s and key opinion leaders. For more information, please visit www.seaporttx.com . Seaport Therapeutics is seeking a talented and experienced Senior/Executive Director, Corporate Counsel to provide legal support across securities law compliance, corporate governance, and transactional matters. This role reports to the General Counsel and works closely with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Investor Relations, and Communications, and R&D, as well as supporting Board-related activities, in a collaborative, science-driven organization. This is an opportunity to take on a broad, impactful role at a growing public therapeutics company, with exposure to executive leadership and Board-level processes and involvement in financings, strategic transactions, and governance initiatives. This role will be the lead securities counsel role supporting all core SEC reporting and public company disclosure activities. This role will have direct exposure to executive leadership and Board processes, including preparation of Board and committee materials. This role will have broad scope across governance, compliance, and disclosure, with the opportunity to help shape evolving public company practices. This position requires a presence in the Seaport area of Boston, with a strong preference for being onsite 4 days per week.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school
10-15 years of relevant experience, including SEC reporting and public company matters at a large law firm and/or as in-house
Experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical companies preferred
Familiarity with clinical-stage or emerging growth companies is advantageous
Experience supporting senior leadership and Board-related processes is a plus
Candidates with a blend of law firm and in-house experience are particularly encouraged to apply.
Strong knowledge of U.S. securities laws, SEC and Nasdaq reporting requirements, and corporate governance practices, particularly in the life sciences sector
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions
Sound judgment and attention to detail in handling sensitive and confidential matters
Collaborative approach, with the ability to operate both independently and as part of a team
Strong sense of ownership and the ability to operate effectively in a lean, high-performing environment
Ability to handle confidential and proprietary information with discretion

Responsibilities

Draft and provide counsel in support of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, and 5), and related public company disclosures
Lead corporate disclosure processes and controls, working with internal stakeholders to ensure consistency, accuracy, and timeliness
Assist in the preparation and review of earnings materials, press releases, and other external communications to ensure compliance with public company disclosure requirements
Assist with coordination of Board of Directors and committee materials and related governance processes
Lead the Company’s public company compliance efforts related to securities law, disclosure practices, and corporate governance, in partnership with the General Counsel
Maintain and administer insider trading compliance programs, including Rule 10b5-1 plans and trading window processes
Lead the development and maintenance of corporate governance documents, policies, and procedures
Provide legal support for equity compensation programs and related documentation
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (including Legal, Finance, Investor Relations, and R&D) to provide practical guidance on regulatory requirements and help operationalize disclosure and governance practices
Contribute to governance, compliance, and ESG-related initiatives, including evolving disclosure and policy development
Support corporate transactions, including financings, strategic collaborations, and M&A activity, as needed
Assist with due diligence processes and management of data rooms
Manage and coordinate external legal counsel where appropriate