Assistant General Counsel - Securities and M&A

JOIN THE TEAM THAT’S POWERING PROGRESSBuilding cities. Driving commerce. Fueling Progress. For over 100 years, Allison has powered the vehicles and technology that move our world forward.What powers us? Our employees. From the first person hired by James Allison in 1915 to the thousands across the globe who work for Allison today, we're driving progress everywhere because we employ top talent worldwide. In both the Allison Transmission and Allison Off-Highway Drive and Motion Systems business units, our team strives to Improve the Way the World Works. Learn more about this role and how you can begin driving your career forward!Benefits:The below list features some of the benefits currently available. Eligibility may be subject to the terms and conditions of governing documents and available benefits may be subject to change at the company’s discretion.Choice of medical plans with prescription coverageEmployer HSA contributionDental & Vision InsurancePaid Parental LeaveShort & Long-Term DisabilityOther voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance401K with generous Company match & contributionAccrued Paid Time Off12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating HolidayRobust employee wellness programTuition assistance programJob Description:Primary Purpose of the RoleThe Assistant General Counsel, Corporate Securities serves as ATI's senior securities law specialist and a key member of the Legal leadership team, reporting directly to the Deputy Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary. This role provides authoritative legal counsel and strategic guidance on all securities law compliance matters, SEC reporting obligations, corporate governance, and capital markets transactions. The AGC, Corporate Securities acts as a trusted advisor to the Board of Directors, executive leadership, and cross-functional business partners, exercising significant independent judgment in navigating complex regulatory environments and setting the strategic direction for ATI's securities compliance program.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and own all aspects of ATI's SEC reporting program, including drafting and filing current and periodic reports (Forms 8-K, 10-Q, and 10-K), proxy statements, Section 16 reports, and all other required securities filings, with accountability for accuracy, completeness, and timelinessChair the Disclosure Committee, establishing and enforcing disclosure controls and procedures and providing authoritative guidance to ensure the integrity of ATI's periodic reportsServe as primary legal advisor to the Board of Directors and its committees on corporate governance matters, NYSE listing requirements, and securities law compliance, including preparation and support for board and committee meetingsProvide strategic legal counsel and proactive guidance to investor relations, corporate communications, corporate financial reporting, and executive leadership on disclosure obligations, securities law requirements, and related best practicesServe as the principal legal resource for equity compensation program design and administration, executive compensation disclosure, 10b5-1 plans, insider trading policy, and securities trading windowsLead legal support for capital markets transactions (debt and equity offerings), including managing outside counsel relationships and associated budgetsMonitor and evaluate developments in securities law, corporate governance standards, SEC rulemaking, and NYSE listing standards, briefing executive leadership and the Board on implications for ATI and recommending proactive compliance strategiesDrive continuous improvement in legal team processes and procedures related to securities compliance; contribute to the broader Legal department's operational excellence and legal technology initiativesProvide leadership, mentorship, and development support to junior legal team members and cross-functional partners on securities and governance mattersKey Performance MeasuresTimely, accurate, and complete SEC filings and disclosure; zero material restatements or compliance failures attributable to securities law counselQuality and impact of strategic legal advice to the Board, executive leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders, as evidenced by business outcomes and stakeholder feedbackEffective oversight and continuous improvement of ATI's disclosure controls and governance frameworksSuccessful execution of capital markets transactions with efficient outside counsel management and cost controlDevelopment and retention of legal team talent; demonstrated leadership and mentorship contributionsCompetencies and BehaviorsExercises senior-level legal judgment and acts with integrity, transparency, and accountability in all matters; proactively surfaces issues and solutions to leadershipDemonstrates strategic thinking and the ability to translate complex legal and regulatory developments into actionable business guidanceBuilds and sustains trusted relationships with the Board of Directors, executive leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders at all levelsLeads decisively and with appropriate urgency in ambiguous or time-sensitive environmentsInfluences outcomes constructively, including the ability to diffuse tensions and drive alignment across diverse stakeholdersModels and fosters a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance culture within the Legal teamDemonstrates agility and a growth mindset; learns quickly and adapts approaches in response to a dynamic regulatory and business environmentMaintains the highest standards of confidentiality with respect to sensitive corporate, regulatory, and personnel mattersQualificationsJuris Doctorate from an accredited law schoolActive bar admission in Indiana, or eligibility for admission under Indiana Admissions RulesStrong academic credentials from an accredited law schoolExperienceRequired:Minimum of six years of experience practicing securities and corporate governance law, with meaningful tenure at a premier law firm (AmLaw 100) and/or as in-house counsel at a publicly traded companyDeep subject matter expertise in SEC disclosure and reporting requirements, Section 16 compliance, and corporate governance best practicesDemonstrated experience advising boards of directors, audit committees, and executive leadership on securities law and governance mattersProven ability to independently manage complex, high-stakes legal matters with competing priorities and tight deadlinesExceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to synthesize complex legal issues for executive and board-level audiencesStrong business judgment and the ability to serve as a practical, solutions-oriented advisor in a fast-paced public company environmentPreferred:Significant experience representing NYSE-listed companies on securities disclosure, capital markets transactions, and proxy/annual meeting processesExperience with M&A transactions involving public company targets or acquirorsTravel / Physical DemandsPrimarily office-based at ATI Headquarters. Some travel (less than 10%) may be required, including for board meetings, industry conferences, and transaction-related activities.Allison Transmission is an equal opportunity employer. We have opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, creed, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or veteran status.If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran requiring assistance and/or reasonable accommodations reviewing any of the careers information, please contact us at ati+View email address on click.appcast.io note that Allison Transmission will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Allison Transmission will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.SummaryLocation: Indianapolis, INType: Full time