Corporate & Securities Counsel

Viridian Therapeutics • Waltham, MA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 3w ago

At Viridian Therapeutics, we are focused on developing best-in-class medicines for people living with autoimmune and rare diseases. Leveraging our team’s expertise in antibody discovery and engineering, we have created a robust pipeline of differentiated investigational therapeutic candidates for well-validated targets.

Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, the Corporate & Securities Counsel will serve as a critical member of the legal team and be responsible for supporting a broad array of legal matters, including management of the Company’s SEC filings and annual meeting, advising on corporate governance, participation in Board management and corporate secretarial work, and other legal matters as required to support Viridian’s business needs. The Counsel is expected to work with both internal and external stakeholders in an effective and collaborative manner with a learning mindset and ability to be a business partner to support Viridian’s legal needs as they evolve and develop.

This role is based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office-based employees follow a hybrid in-office schedule. Remote work is allowed, and the frequency is at the discretion of management.

Responsibilities

Provide expert advice and support on securities laws, corporate governance, corporate secretarial and general corporate matters
Prepare and manage the Company’s SEC filings, including periodic reports, current reports, proxy statements, Section 16 filings, securities offerings, and other related filings
Provide legal support and guidance with respect to equity plan administration and trading windows
Assist the CLO in staying current on and advising the Board regarding governance-related matters
Collaborate and provide legal guidance on external communications, such as earnings releases, press releases, and investor presentations
Collaborate on business development and financing transactions and legal due diligence activities
Provide onboarding training and other training on Company-related legal topics as needed
Provide support for legal projects as needed, including employment matters, trade compliance, business development, and other legal projects
Interact effectively and cross-functionally with internal business clients at various levels of management and across the Company
Effectively and efficiently manage outside counsel on a variety of matters
Collaborate effectively and efficiently as a member of Viridian’s internal legal team

Requirements

Requires a Juris Doctor from a national law school and strong academic credentials
Requires admission to, and in good standing with, the bar of at least one state or the District of Columbia
Requires a minimum of 5+ years of progressive legal experience, including meaningful experience in a law firm managing US securities transactional and regulatory matters
Strong knowledge of US securities laws and corporate governance
Experience in corporate governance matters and financing transactions
General experience supporting a business is required
Broad understanding of the pharmaceutical and/or life sciences industry is preferred.
A learning mindset with the desire to expand legal and business skills to support the business when needed and as required by the evolution of the company
Excellent analytical, detail-oriented, organization and information-seeking skills
Strong analytical and problem-resolution skills
Exceptional business judgment, with the ability to think strategically and give practical advice while balancing business needs with legal risks
Strong negotiating skills with both legal and financial/commercial issues and functions of the Company
Developed organizational capabilities and the ability to manage several simultaneous projects under tight timelines
Strong commitment to ethical standards
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience

Viridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
Medical, dental, and vision coverage with 100% of premiums paid by Viridian for employees and their eligible dependents
Fertility and mental health programs
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Life, Travel and AD&D
401(k) Company Match with immediate company vest
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
Various mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs covered by Viridian

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.

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