Sr. Corporate Counsel, Corporate Affairs

Tandem Diabetes Care

3d•$203,000 - $250,000•Remote

About The Position

GROW WITH US: Tandem Diabetes Care creates new possibilities for people living with diabetes, their loved ones, and their healthcare providers through a positively different experience. We’d love for you to team up with us to “innovate every day,” put “people first,” and take the “no-shortcuts” approach that has propelled us to become a leader in the diabetes technology industry. STAY AWESOME: Tandem Diabetes Care is proud to manufacture and sell the Tandem Mobi system and t:slim X2 insulin pump with Control-IQ+ technology — an advanced predictive algorithm that automates insulin delivery. But we’re so much more than that. Our company’s human-centered approach to design, development, and support delivers innovative products and services for people who use insulin. Because many of our own team members live with diabetes, or have a loved one impacted by diabetes, the work is personal, and we are committed to the cause. Learn more at tandemdiabetes.com A DAY IN THE LIFE: The Sr. Corporate Counsel, Corporate Affairs will report to the Executive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer and be responsible for legal oversight of the Company’s corporate governance and public company reporting obligations and provide legal support for key agreements and corporate transactions. This individual will be an integral member of the Legal Department and operate independently in a dynamic environment to support the growing and diverse legal needs of the business. The Sr CC at Tandem is also responsible for; Demonstrates experience in general corporate matters, including corporate organization, securities compliance, stock incentive plan administration, drafting transactional documents, license agreements and contract management. Successfully manages a variety of corporate governance and securities issues for the Company, and exercises sound legal and practical judgment in advising in-house clients on a variety of legal issues. Primary role in preparing, reviewing and advising on all company SEC filings, including related transaction documents, proxy statements, periodic reports, registration statements, Section 16 filings, and similar corporate records. Assists in scripting for investor calls and preparation of executive management for participation in the calls. Assists in reviewing and drafting public disclosure and corporate communications including earning releases, press releases, and social media. Assists with mergers, acquisitions, investments and other strategic transactions including coordinating internal teams and due diligence activities. Drafts and reviews board books, minutes and resolutions for Board and Committee meetings and actions. Creates, implements and manages subsidiaries including board resolutions, filings, creation of bank accounts, and analysis of legal and financial considerations arising from the subsidiaries location or any intellectual property owned or managed by the subsidiary. Works directly with and advises key decision-makers in contract negotiations and other business arrangements, including identifying and proposing solutions to key business issues and managing risk. Provides legal support for the Company’s expanding international operations, proactively identifies related business and legal risks, and collaborates cross-functionally to offer creative solutions to mitigate risks. Supports emergent legal matters on an as-needed basis. Assists with legal compliance activities, including FCPA program administration, and conflict minerals reporting. Works closely with all members of the legal team and internal clients to develop and improve internal processes that will support the growth of the legal department and for meeting contractual and compliance requirements. Able to function both independently and as part of a team, and willing to solicit and accept feedback and input from others. Maintains the confidentiality of Legal Department communications and documentation. Ensures compliance with company policies, including Privacy/HIPAA, and other legal and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Law degree (JD or equivalent) and a license to practice in the state of California or licensed in another state and registered as In-House Counsel in California.
7+ years of relevant legal experience, including advising public company clients with respect to SEC reporting and corporate governance matters.
Understanding of design and administration of stock incentive plans
Experience in working on complex business relationships and related transactions where critical thinking in terms of strategy, tactics and coordination is required.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Working understanding of international, federal and state rules and regulations applicable to medical device companies.
Working understanding or willingness to learn key principles relating to human clinical trials and related laws, regulations and agreements.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to operate independently and prioritize effectively while handling substantial and diverse work volume and serving as a key contributor for a rapidly growing organization.
High level of integrity supported by sound judgment and ethics.
Effective interpersonal skills and presentation styles to interact with diverse audiences, including outside attorneys, senior management and business associates.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of in-house experience, strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates experience in general corporate matters, including corporate organization, securities compliance, stock incentive plan administration, drafting transactional documents, license agreements and contract management.
Successfully manages a variety of corporate governance and securities issues for the Company, and exercises sound legal and practical judgment in advising in-house clients on a variety of legal issues.
Primary role in preparing, reviewing and advising on all company SEC filings, including related transaction documents, proxy statements, periodic reports, registration statements, Section 16 filings, and similar corporate records.
Assists in scripting for investor calls and preparation of executive management for participation in the calls.
Assists in reviewing and drafting public disclosure and corporate communications including earning releases, press releases, and social media.
Assists with mergers, acquisitions, investments and other strategic transactions including coordinating internal teams and due diligence activities.
Drafts and reviews board books, minutes and resolutions for Board and Committee meetings and actions.
Creates, implements and manages subsidiaries including board resolutions, filings, creation of bank accounts, and analysis of legal and financial considerations arising from the subsidiaries location or any intellectual property owned or managed by the subsidiary.
Works directly with and advises key decision-makers in contract negotiations and other business arrangements, including identifying and proposing solutions to key business issues and managing risk.
Provides legal support for the Company’s expanding international operations, proactively identifies related business and legal risks, and collaborates cross-functionally to offer creative solutions to mitigate risks.
Supports emergent legal matters on an as-needed basis.
Assists with legal compliance activities, including FCPA program administration, and conflict minerals reporting.
Works closely with all members of the legal team and internal clients to develop and improve internal processes that will support the growth of the legal department and for meeting contractual and compliance requirements.
Able to function both independently and as part of a team, and willing to solicit and accept feedback and input from others.
Maintains the confidentiality of Legal Department communications and documentation.
Ensures compliance with company policies, including Privacy/HIPAA, and other legal and regulatory requirements.

Benefits

Tandem offers health care benefits such as medical, dental, vision available your first day, as well as health savings accounts and flexible saving accounts.
You’ll also receive 11 paid holidays per year, unlimited PTO and you will have access to a 401k plan with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase plan.

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