Corporate Counsel - Securities / SEC

Corporate Counsel - Securities / SEC

Location: Dallas, Texas or San Diego, CA (Hybrid work model)

Job Summary

The SEC Corporate Counsel provides legal guidance on corporate governance, SEC reporting, and compliance with securities laws and NYSE rules. This role partners closely with Finance, Investor Relations, and senior leadership to review filings, support board and shareholder meeting preparation, and advise on strategic transactions. The position is highly collaborative and requires strong technical knowledge of securities regulations and corporate governance practices.

SEC Filings & Reporting

• Review and provide legal advice on SEC filings, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, proxy statements, and Section 16 reports (Forms 3, 4, and 5).
• Collaborate with the financial reporting team to review drafts and ensure compliance with securities laws and NYSE rules.
• Advise on disclosure matters and review investor relations materials.
• Manage filing processes internally without reliance on outside counsel (though external resources may be consulted for complex questions).

Corporate Governance

• Support the corporate secretarial function, including preparing materials for Board of Directors and Committee meetings and the annual shareholder meeting.
• Draft board and committee minutes, presentations, and meeting books; coordinate agendas and materials with executives.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with securities laws and NYSE rules through periodic reviews and proactive guidance.
• Monitor evolving regulations and advise on implications for reporting and governance.

Transactional Support

• Provide legal support for securities offerings, financings, investments, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Build strong relationships with Finance, Investor Relations, and other internal teams to deliver clear, pragmatic legal advice.
• Communicate effectively with senior leaders and executive management.

Education, Certifications & Experience

• Juris Doctorate and admission to the Texas or California Bar required.
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 3-5 years of experience as an attorney in a well‑regarded law firm and/or in‑house role advising public companies on SEC compliance and corporate governance.
• Experience with SEC reporting (10-K, 10-Q, proxy statements, Section 16 filings) and corporate governance support.
• Familiarity with securities laws, NYSE rules, and transactional work (capital markets, M&A preferred).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience drafting board materials and managing shareholder meeting preparation.
• Exposure to equity administration and retirement plans.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight timelines.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in an office/home office environment.
• Team Members must have the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

Accommodations

AMN Healthcare will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Pay Rate

$169,500 - $201,500 Salary

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Finance and Legal