Corporate & Securities Counsel
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Corporate Counsel (Commercial and Contracts)
About Us Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition, and cosmetic ingredients. Its clients include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food....
Corporate Counsel
About Us Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition, and cosmetic ingredients. Its clients include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food. Its sales of € 4.7 billion in the 2023 fiscal year make Symrise a leading global provider. Headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, the Group is represented by more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the United States and Latin America. Symrise works with its clients to develop new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an integral part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked as part of this process. Symrise – always inspiring more… About the RolePosition SummaryThe position of Corporate Counsel is to provide legal review, advice, and support on a broad range of legal matters including commercial contracting, interactions with state and federal authorities, and advice on any legal question that may arise in the operation of an established sizeable enterprise in a B2B environment.Work closely with all business functions under the supervision and guidance of Senior Legal Counsel and General Counsel NA. Actively assist company in achieving business objectives.Demonstrate strategic value and competence in applying legal skills to daily corporate, business, compliance and other matters.Position will develop into significant responsibility for a diverse range of commercial, legal, and compliance matters, including high profile, complex matters.About YouRequired QualificationsJuris Doctor (JD) from a high ranking law school.5 - 7 years of experience, ideally with both law firm and in-house counsel background in a large global organization, with full command and control over corporate contract law. This includes experience working on standard commercial contracts and other commercial matters with a solid foundation of legal theories and concepts, as well as applying such concepts in commercial transactional / contracting matters.Admission and membership in good standing to the bar of at least one state and maintenance of New Jersey in-house counsel license (if required).Solid drafting skills and dedication to client and customer service are required.High degree of professional ethics and integrity are imperative.Excellent judgment and ability to operate in a very fast-paced, small and very collegial legal department on a broad range of commercial and legal matters including negotiating a myriad of contractual arrangements with customers and vendors, interact with local, state and federal authorities, and manage litigation matters as necessary.Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, outside counsel, business partners, and other stakeholders.Excellent analytical skills and people skills are essential.Ability to handle and prioritize multiple matters at once and to manage projects and contract negotiations competently and independently and as part of a team.Ability to provide solution-oriented, practical guidance in working with business management. Establish close partnerships with business leaders and their teams that result in counsel being sought in area of expertise.A collegial and service-oriented (can do) pro-active attitude toward providing fast and accurate advice to internal and external stakeholders is essential as is a drive to learn and improve.Ability to work in a hybrid format spending 3 days / week working out of Symrise’s Saddle Brook, New Jersey, office.What We OfferBecome part of our open and transparent culture. It will give you the opportunity to flourish and to develop inspiring experiences that contribute to the health and well-being of consumers in 160 countries around the world. Putting our employees in focus fuels our strong company growth above market rates and makes us an excellent place to develop your career. Come join us and embark on a fascinating journey with Symrise. If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply by using our online application system. Your application will be treated confidentially. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Patent Agent
The candidate will work closely with the company’s patent counsel, patent paralegal, and R&D teams. Responsibilities include independent preparation and prosecution of patent applications and patentability, clearance, and landscape searching using...
Senior Governance Analyst
o The Senior Corporate Governance Analyst will report to the Vice President, Chief SEC Counsel and Secretary (Corporate Secretary) within the Legal Counsel & Services Department. o The Senior Corporate Governance Analyst will independently handle or provide support to the Corporate Secretary and the SEC Counsel, as appropriate for the matter, with respect to: (1) various SEC and corporate matters, including compliance processes associated with SEC and Section 16 filings, equity and debt financings, management of the insider trading window preclearance process, (2) various corporate governance and executive and director compensation matters, (3) corporate and subsidiary management activities and compliance, (4) compliance with New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) regulations, and (5) other responsibilities to be assigned from time to time by the Corporate Secretary or the SEC Counsel. o The Senior Corporate Governance Analyst will also assist the Corporate Secretary with respect to a wide range of matters associated with the operation and governance of American Water’s Board of Directors and its committees thereof. o The Senior Corporate Governance Analyst may serve as Assistant Secretary to one or more entities, as appropriate and when and as designated by the Board of Directors of each such entity at the request of the Corporate Secretary. o Assist with legal and compliance processes associated with the preparation of various SEC filings, including Forms 10-K and 10-Q, Form 11-K and Section 16 filings. o Assist the Corporate Secretary and SEC Counsel with due diligence and other matters associated with the Company’s equity and debt financing transactions, including due diligence and closing documents. o Assist with the filing of registration statements on Forms S-3 and S-8, and proxy statements, including D&O questionnaires and other due diligence. o Assist the Corporate Secretary and SEC Counsel with matters attendant to American Water’s annual meeting of shareholders. o Manage the insider trading window pre-clearance process, including the acceptance, review and processing of preclearance requests. o Assist the Corporate Secretary with beneficial ownership reporting and tracking, and compliance with the Company’s executive and director stock ownership guidelines and stock retention requirements.
Corporate and Securities Counsel
Phathom Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the development and commercialization of novel treatments for gastrointestinal (GI) diseases. We have licensed the exclusive rights in the United States, Europe, and Canada to vonoprazan, a first-in-class potassium-competitive acid blocker (PCAB). Phathom currently markets VOQUEZNA® (vonoprazan) tablets for the treatment of heartburn associated with Non-Erosive GERD in adults, the healing and maintenance of healing of Erosive GERD in adults and associated heartburn in adults, as well as VOQUEZNA® TRIPLE PAK® (vonoprazan tablets, amoxicillin capsules, clarithromycin tablets) and VOQUEZNA® DUAL PAK® (vonoprazan tablets, amoxicillin capsules) for the treatment of H. pylori infection in adults. In addition, the company is also advancing its development program across multiple acid-related GI disorders, including As Needed dosing for Non-Erosive GERD and Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE).We believe we can change the status quo of treatment for acid-related disorders and have assembled a team of seasoned GI and pharmaceutical industry experts with deep expertise in developing blockbuster therapeutics, including anti-secretory agents. Our team of highly driven professionals are passionate in our mission to address unmet needs for patients and improve their quality of life. Phathom is looking for self-motivated, creative problem solvers who are excited by the idea of working in a fast-paced environment and contributing to our growth.Under the direction of the General Counsel, Phathom is seeking a talented attorney to serve as the principal Corporate and Securities Counsel for the company.The Corporate and Securities Counsel will serve as the primary attorney in support of general corporate, commercial, securities law, and certain corporate governance matters at Phathom. The selected candidate will work closely with the General Counsel and the Finance and Investor relations teams on the company’s SEC filings, corporate transactions, corporate governance and general commercial contracting matters. This is a hybrid position that is based in Florham Park, NJ. Remote candidates may be considered.This position requires a problem-solving mindset, a high degree of collaboration with internal clients and colleagues, and the ability to exercise mature and reliable judgment in the company’s fast-paced environment.AccountabilitiesManaging the day-to-day commercial contracting needs of the company, including management of the work of the Senior Contracts Manager.Assisting in the preparation of the company’s SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, Section 16 reports, proxy statements, securities offerings, and other related filings.Advising on public disclosures, external communications, corporate secretary and governance matters, and other public company obligations and best practices.Advising on compliance with corporate law, securities rules and regulations, and stock exchange rules; monitoring changes to the same.Researching corporate and securities law matters and corporate governance best practices as needed.Providing legal advice and support with respect to company stock plans, executive compensation, compliance with the company’s insider trading compliance policy, and other corporate matters.Providing support on matters related to board and committee meetings, including preparation of meeting materials, minutes, and resolutions.Assisting with monitoring and facilitating compliance with financing and other contractual obligations.Collaborating with other members of the Legal team across projects.Collaborating across functions with the Finance, Investor Relations, Communications, Human Resources, Regulatory, Development Operations, Global Quality, and Commercial teams on corporate, disclosure, equity compensation, and financial matters.Providing support for other projects as needed, including financing and other corporate transactions, managing due diligence, and the review and negotiation of a broad array of contracts relating to the company’s business.Engages and efficiently manages external counsel as appropriate.Education & ExperienceA Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.A minimum of 5 years law experience, preferably corporate, including at least 2 years securities law and public company experience.A combination of law firm, in-house, and biotech/pharma experience strongly preferred.A license in good standing to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction with the ability to obtain a law license or limited in-house counsel license in New Jersey.Excellent written and oral communication skills.A positive attitude, high energy, desire to grow with the business and help maximize opportunities.Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under deadline pressure.Experience maintaining public company reporting processes and procedures.Precision and careful attention to detail.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.A strong sense of ownership and dedication to personal excellence and improvement.Proven capacity to cultivate strong client relationships and successfully influence leadership in a fast-paced, innovative business climate.Knowledge and experience with managed markets, payer and PBM contracting and/or government pricing a plus.