Sr. Counsel (remote)

  Preparedness today, safer tomorrow.

Emergent is a leading public health company that delivers protective and life-saving solutions to
communities around the world. Here, you will join passionate professionals where our culture is informed
by our values and commitment to protecting and saving lives.

I. JOB SUMMARY 

Emergent is looking for a Senior Counsel to provide legal support across corporate governance, securities compliance, and mergers and acquisitions activities.

II. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Corporate Governance & Securities

• Support the legal department in advising the Board of Directors, board committees, and senior management on corporate governance matters, as directed by the SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
• Assist with preparation and review of SEC filings and related disclosures, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings (including managing 10b5-1 plan process and preclearance approvals)
• Support securities law compliance under the Securities Act of 1933, the Exchange Act of 1934, stock exchange rules, and related regulations
• Manage Emergent subsidiaries, including international subsidiaries, with respect to compliance and filings in coordination with tax and finance departments

Mergers & Acquisitions / Corporate

• Support domestic and cross-border M&A transactions from inception through closing
• Assist with legal due diligence, transaction management, and integration planning
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents including NDAs, LOIs, purchase agreements, merger agreements, and ancillary agreements
• Coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to manage transaction timelines and deliverables
• Support corporate finance and strategic initiatives, including joint ventures and other growth projects

ESG Reporting & Disclosures

• Partner with internal stakeholders and outside consultants to develop the annual ESG report.

General Legal & Special Projects

• Provide general corporate legal support across the business
• Assist with special projects involving senior management and cross-functional teams
• Support operational excellence initiatives within the legal department

The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. 

III. MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

Education/Bar Membership: 

• J.D., licensed to practice law in the United States
• Active membership and in good standing in a state bar

Experience:

• 6-9 years of experience in-house, or at law firm
• Experience with M&A transactions and general corporate matters required
• Experience managing corporate subsidiaries, including international subsidiaries required

Knowledge: 

• Strong technical knowledge of securities law, public company reporting, and corporate governance required
• Working knowledge of public company equity plans and experience supporting administration strongly preferred
• Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, global environment
• Strong communication skills and sound business judgment

Skills and Abilities: 

• Excellent oral and written skills
• Self-motivated, strong leadership, works well independently on projects, meets project deadlines, handles multiple projects, and is able to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to business colleagues
• Sound conflict resolution skills and ability to work in a collaborative, global environment
• Effective decision making; proven ability to assess and calibrate and effectively communicate legal risks to senior management and others.
• Maintain an enterprise view in developing and delivering legal guidance to client base
• Manage outside counsel as needed

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U.S. Base Pay Ranges and Benefits Information

The estimated annual base salary as a new hire for this position ranges from [$206,500 to $250,000] . Individual base pay depends on various factors such as applicant’s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant’s geographic location. Certain roles are eligible for additional incentive compensation, including merit increases, annual bonus, [and/or long-term incentives in the form of stock options.]

Additionally, Emergent offers a comprehensive benefits package*. Information regarding additional benefits can be found here:

(*Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies).

If you are selected for an interview, please feel welcome to speak to a Human Resources Partner about our compensation philosophy and available benefits.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all essential functions.

Emergent BioSolutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the diversity of our workforce. Emergent does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Information submitted will be used by Emergent BioSolutions for activities related to your prospective employment. Emergent BioSolutions respects your privacy and any use of the information submitted will be subject to the terms of our Privacy Policy .

Emergent BioSolutions does not accept non-solicited resumes or candidate submittals from search/recruiting agencies not already on Emergent BioSolutions’ approved agency list. Unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to Emergent BioSolutions by search/recruiting agencies not already on Emergent BioSolutions’ approved agency list shall become the property of Emergent BioSolutions and if the candidate is subsequently hired by Emergent BioSolutions, Emergent BioSolutions shall not owe any fee to the submitting agency.