Senior/Executive Director, Corporate Counsel
About The Position
Seaport Therapeutics is a clinical-stage therapeutics company focused on developing novel neuropsychiatric medicines using its proprietary GlyphTM technology platform. The company is seeking a talented and experienced Senior/Executive Director, Corporate Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support. This role will focus on securities law compliance, corporate governance, and transactional matters. Reporting to the General Counsel, the position involves close collaboration with various internal teams, including Finance, Investor Relations, Communications, and R&D, as well as supporting Board activities. This is a significant opportunity within a growing public therapeutics company, offering exposure to executive leadership, Board-level processes, financings, strategic transactions, and governance initiatives. The role will serve as the lead securities counsel, overseeing SEC reporting and public company disclosure activities, and will have direct interaction with executive leadership and Board processes, including the preparation of Board and committee materials. The position offers broad scope in governance, compliance, and disclosure, with the chance to influence evolving public company practices.
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
- 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
Nice To Haves
- 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.
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
Benefits
- Total rewards (monetary and non-monetary) program reflects the value each person brings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
