Sr. Corporate Counsel, Securities and Corporate Governance

Sonida Senior Living•Addison, TX

About The Position

Sonida Senior Living is seeking a senior corporate attorney to support its public-company obligations and operational legal needs. The role assists the Chief Legal Officer with SEC reporting, corporate governance, disclosure controls, NYSE listing compliance, board and shareholder matters, and day-to-day disclosure work. The attorney also supports the legal needs of senior living communities and partners with Finance, Investor Relations, Human Resources, and other corporate functions.

Requirements

J.D. from an accredited law school.
Licensed and in good standing with a U.S. state bar.
At least 5 years of legal experience, including 3 or more years focused on corporate or securities law.
Experience advising or working with public companies on SEC filings and corporate governance.
Strong understanding of federal securities laws, NYSE requirements, and corporate compliance.
Excellent writing, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively across departments in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in senior living, healthcare, or another regulated industry.

Responsibilities

Assist with preparing and reviewing SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings, in coordination with the Chief Legal Officer and Finance.
Support the Disclosure Committee process by preparing meeting materials, tracking follow-up items, and helping administer the insider trading compliance program.
Help maintain compliance with NYSE listing standards and applicable securities laws and regulations.
Research and track corporate and regulatory developments relevant to a public company and flag changes that could affect Sonida.
Provide legal support for executive and equity compensation programs, including Compensation Committee governance, equity plan administration, and related disclosures.
Assist with preparing and reviewing executive compensation disclosures in the annual proxy statement.
Advise on legal, governance, securities law, and disclosure considerations related to executive and director compensation.
Coordinate with Human Resources, Finance, and external advisors on compensation initiatives and compliance requirements.
Support corporate governance activities, including preparing board and committee materials, maintaining governance policies, and supporting governance best practices.
Coordinate legal and governance matters for the annual shareholder meeting, including proxy statement preparation, meeting logistics, and shareholder communications.
Help manage shareholder proposals and related engagement efforts with internal stakeholders and external advisors.
Partner with Investor Relations, Corporate Communications, Human Resources, and other corporate functions on securities law, disclosure, and governance matters.
Advise on community-level legal matters, including resident agreements, state licensing questions, and regulatory issues affecting day-to-day operations.
Draft and review vendor contracts, service agreements, and other commercial arrangements for communities and the corporate office.
Partner with internal teams and outside counsel to manage legal disputes and regulatory inquiries.