Groupon · 2 months ago
Assistant General Counsel, Corporate and Securities
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$167K/yr - $223K/yr
4+ years expGroupon is a marketplace focused on helping local businesses thrive and is seeking a Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel in Corporate & Securities. This high-impact role involves managing public company obligations, driving efficiency in legal operations, and advising senior leadership and the Board of Directors on corporate governance and transactions.
E-CommerceInternetRetailSocial Media
Responsibilities
Own the legal portions of all SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, registration statements) and ensure ongoing compliance with SEC and exchange requirements
Lead planning for the annual meeting of stockholders
Drive M&A, divestitures, strategic investments, corporate financings, and other complex corporate transactions from term sheet through closing
Negotiate and draft transaction agreements, disclosure documents, and corporate governance materials
Oversee Section 16 filings and related reporting obligations
Prepare and manage board and committee meeting materials in partnership with senior leadership
Manage global subsidiary governance, draft organizational documents, and maintain corporate records
Partner with Communications, Investor Relations, Accounting, Treasury, and Tax on cross-functional initiatives
Control Corporate & Securities legal budgets, manage law firm relationships, and approve related expenses
Lead Securities Filings: Take ownership of all aspects of SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K), leading the legal review and drafting process
Drive Strategic Transactions: Manage the full lifecycle of corporate transactions from due diligence to post-closing integration
Partner with Leadership: Advise the Board of Directors, senior executives, and cross-functional teams on corporate governance and public company obligations
Champion Innovation: Identify and implement legal tech and AI solutions to automate routine tasks and enhance the efficiency of the legal department
Qualification
Required
4+ years' securities and capital markets experience (in-house or at a law firm)
Proven ability to independently manage complex filings and transactions
Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills — able to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely
Collaborative mindset with a track record of building trust across functions
Preferred
Experience working directly with boards of directors and senior executives
Exposure to global subsidiary governance
History of mentoring junior colleagues or leading small teams
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
EAP
401(k) Match
ESPP
Life and Disability Insurance
FSAs
And more
Company
Groupon
Groupon is a deal-of-the-day website that offers discounted gift certificates usable at local or national companies.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.63BKey Investors
MIG CapitalAtairosDST Global
2025-06-18Post Ipo Debt· $244M
2019-12-30Post Ipo Equity
2016-04-04Post Ipo Equity· $250M
Leadership Team
Jiri Ponrt
Chief Operating Officer
Rana Kashyap
Senior Vice President Finance
Recent News
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