Grocery Outlet · 5 days ago
Deputy General Counsel, Corporate & Securities
Emeryville, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$200K/yr - $225K/yr
5+ years expGrocery Outlet is a company focused on providing value to bargain-minded consumers in the U.S. They are seeking a Deputy General Counsel, Corporate & Securities to ensure compliance with federal securities laws and support corporate governance functions. The role involves drafting SEC filings, advising on governance best practices, and providing general legal support across various areas.
Food and BeverageGroceryRetail
Responsibilities
Assist in the drafting and review of periodic filings with the SEC, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Proxy Statements, and Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, 5)
Ensure compliance with the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and applicable NASDAQ listing regulations
Assist in the preparation and review of earnings releases, investor presentations, and related disclosures
Advise on Regulation FD and public disclosure matters
Support Insider Trading Policy administration and blackout period monitoring
Support board and committee meetings, including preparing materials, resolutions, and meeting minutes
Support maintenance of corporate records and governance documents, including bylaws, committee charters, and corporate policies
Manage legal aspects of annual stockholder meetings and proxy statement development
Provide guidance and training to the board and management on governance matters and emerging best practices
Support the company’s ESG programs and related compliance efforts and disclosure requirements
Provide legal support on executive compensation matters, equity plans, and equity administration
Assist with corporate transactions, including financings and M&A
Collaborate with internal stakeholders in Finance, IR and HR to ensure alignment and information flow
Negotiate and review contracts with varying complexity, including master and professional services agreements, software license agreements, advertising and marketing agreements
Support the management of outside counsel on various matters, as needed
Other responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor and membership in good standing with the California State Bar
5+ years of securities, governance, and transactional law experience
Prior experience at a top-tier law firm or in-house legal department at a public company
Ability to work in a fast-paced start up like environment
Depth of legal knowledge relating to U.S. securities laws, NASDAQ rules and governance standards
High integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
Proactive, solution-oriented approach
Excellent business judgment and strategic thinking
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a collegial, fast-paced team environment
Comfort in advising and interacting with board members and senior executives
Ability to work closely with, facilitate interactions within, and influence large cross-functional teams (including representatives from law, tax, accounting, regulatory, compliance, operations, human resources, real estate and communications)
Ability to manage external counsel efficiently
Agility in managing multiple projects in an efficient and timely manner
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, and attention to detail
Superior drafting and negotiation skills
Preferred
Familiarity with Nasdaq Boardvantage, Workiva or other board and disclosure management platforms
Benefits
Annual Bonus Program
Equity
401(k) Profit Sharing
Medical, Dental, Vision & More!
Company
Grocery Outlet
The largest “extreme-value” grocer in the U.S. We have more than 200 locations in CA, ID, NV, OR, PA Washington.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$439M2019-10-01Post Ipo Equity· $439M
2019-06-20IPO
Leadership Team
Jason Potter
Chief Executive Officer
Andrea R Bortner
Chief Human Resources Officer
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