Lead Corporate Counsel

About Gen:

Gen is a global company powering Digital Freedom through consumer brands including Norton, Avast, LifeLock, Avira, AVG, ReputationDefender, and CCleaner. Our combined heritage is rooted in providing safety for the first digital generations. We bring leading technology solutions in cybersecurity, privacy and identity protection to more than 500 million users in 150 countries so they can live their digital lives safely, privately, and confidently today and for generations to come. We're always looking for smart, fearless, and dedicated people. Together, we have collective passion and a big vision to power Digital Freedom by protecting consumers and giving them control of their digital lives. 

When you’re a part of Gen, you are provided access to a range of resources and support to ensure you can do your best work and live your best life. This includes flexible working options with generous time off and competitive benefits & compensation packages.

Diversity is foundational to how we do business because we know the greatest ideas and results come from our unique perspectives and differences. We strive to create a safe, inclusive environment where you can bring your whole self to work. Team members are valued, respected, and celebrated for who they are in a meaningful and exciting atmosphere. Gen is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, experience, and business needs. 

If this sounds like you—Gen has a dynamic, supportive culture with core values that celebrate diversity, promote teamwork, and encourage every team member to contribute and grow—join us!

About the Role:

Seeking an experienced, well-rounded attorney to join our legal team and provide support for, among other things, corporate and securities matters including '34 Act and other securities laws compliance, corporate governance and Board of Director support, strategic transactions (including M&A, divestitures, joint ventures and equity investments), stock plan administration, and executive compensation.

The successful candidate will assume significant responsibility for and advise business personnel and senior management on:

• Securities law and SEC reporting and compliance matters, including earnings press releases, insider trading, periodic reports, Section 16 reporting, proxy statements and annual reports, disclosure advice, and investor relations, corporate finance, treasury and communications support;
• Corporate governance matters including support of the Board of Directors and its Committees, corporate governance policies and procedures, stock listing compliance and matters of interest to the company's stockholders;
• Merger, acquisition and divestiture transactions, including confidentiality agreements, due diligence, negotiation and drafting of term sheets and definitive agreements, antitrust issues, closing mechanics and integration support;
• Executive compensation and broad-based equity compensation matters, including equity compensation plans, cash incentive plans, the long-term performance program, compensation and governance policies;
• General corporate matters including subsidiary maintenance and inter-company transactions;
• Staying up-to-date and keeping executives advised on external governance trends, SEC issues, general legal issues and best practices; and
• Working actively with internal clients in Human Resources, Tax, Finance and Stock Admin, as well as senior executive team members.

The successful candidate will also need to demonstrate professional demeanor and ability to work directly with, and exercise sound judgment advising, executives on complex matters with persuasiveness and confidence. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in corporate governance (including Board and Committee support and Delaware corporate law), SEC reporting, proxy statements and annual meetings, Section 16, and compensation and benefits (including equity compensation).

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 4 plus years of corporate and securities experience, including substantive law firm experience.
• Prior in-house corporate law experience with a global company is a plus.
• The ability to manage a large number and variety of mission-critical projects, working independently and often in an ambiguous environment utilizing sound and practical business judgment as well as common sense.
• A team player who can effectively work with and manage paralegals, assistants, and business clients cooperatively and efficiently.
• Highest standards of ethics and professional integrity with rigorous attention to detail and organization.
• High degree of accountability, self-motivation and drive and thrive in a dynamic work environment.
• Responsive, approachable, and collaborative work style w