Corporate Attorney

Job ID: 11537

Req ID: 3396

Location: Landstar System, Inc., 13410 Sutton Park Dr S, Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America

Posted:

Pay Type: Salary

What is Landstar?

Landstar stands for safe, secure and reliable transportation services delivered by our unique network of small business owners. Independent agents and capacity providers operating under the Landstar umbrella enjoy the strength and support of one of the industry’s most stable and successful companies. Our network of independent entrepreneurs provide customers with personalized service at the local level with the global reach and resources of a multi-billion dollar company.

Location:

Onsite in Jacksonville, FL

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm

What work will you perform?

The Corporate Attorney provides legal support to Landstar on corporate governance, securities law compliance, public company reporting, mergers and acquisitions, subsidiary management, and other corporate matters. The position works independently with business leaders and other members of the Legal Department to provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance that supports compliance with applicable laws, protects the Company’s interests, and advances strategic objectives. The ideal candidate has public company experience, including interaction with members of the Board.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Support corporate governance matters, including Board and committee materials, meeting planning, minutes, resolutions, consents, governance policies, director and officer questionnaires, and related corporate records. 25%
• Assist with Securities and Exchange Commission and public company compliance matters, including periodic reports, proxy statement preparation, Section 16 filings, insider trading compliance, disclosure controls, stock exchange obligations, and other securities law requirements. 25%
• Support mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, investments, and other strategic transactions, including legal due diligence, transaction documentation, closing deliverables, integration support, and coordination with internal stakeholders and outside counsel. 20%
• Provide legal advice on corporate structure, subsidiary governance, intercompany arrangements, entity management, and corporate authority matters. 10%
• Review, draft, and negotiate corporate and commercial agreements related to strategic initiatives, finance, governance, technology, confidentiality, and other business needs. 10%
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting public company governance, securities compliance, and corporate transactions, and recommend updates to Company policies, procedures, and practices. 5%
• Support special projects assigned by the General Counsel. 5%

Required Minimum Experience and Education:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• 7 years licensed to practice law and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 4 years of legal experience in corporate governance, securities compliance, public company reporting, mergers and acquisitions, or related corporate legal matters
• 4 years of experience drafting, reviewing, and advising on corporate governance documents
• 4 years of experience drafting, reviewing, and advising on securities filings,
• 4 years drafting, reviewing, and advising on complex transactions including M&A and IT.

Preferred Experience and Education:

• 4 years of experience supporting a publicly traded company, public company board, or corporate secretary function
• 4 years of experience with Securities and Exchange Commission reporting, proxy statement preparation, Section 16 filings, and stock exchange compliance.
• 4 years of experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, strategic investments, divestitures, joint ventures, or similar corporate transactions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, securities law, public company disclosure obligations, and transaction processes.
• Ability to provide clear, practical, and business-oriented legal advice to senior leaders and internal business partners.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including ability to explain complex legal issues in understandable terms.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive corporate, financial, and strategic information.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with outside counsel, auditors, transfer agents, financial advisors, and other external service providers.

** This job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Why work at Landstar?

Landstar is seeking hard-working and dedicated employees committed to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. We employ a highly diverse workforce and welcome employees from all cultures and backgrounds to our team.

Our workplace culture is second-to-none. Landstar provides a safe and professional work environment in which to thrive and grow. We offer competitive compensation, robust benefit plans including affordable medical plans, employer 401(k) match, paid time off, tuition assistance and much more.

If you want to be part of a top-notch transportation company with an emphasis on safety, service, teamwork, and dedication then Landstar is the place for you!

Landstar is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Landstar will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should send an e-mail to .

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