Medtronic · 4 hours ago
Senior Principal Legal Counsel - Securities & Corporate Governance
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$190K/yr - $286K/yr
8+ years expMedtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology dedicated to alleviating pain and restoring health. This role involves overseeing SEC filings and providing legal counsel on corporate governance and securities law while mentoring junior legal staff.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsMedical Device
Responsibilities
Ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations relevant to areas of responsibility, including securities laws and NYSE listing standards
Advising on reporting/disclosure requirements, including the preparation of periodic reports and other filings required by the SEC and the NYSE, including registration statements, Forms 10-K, Forms 10-Q and Forms 8-K
Leading the preparation of proxy statements, response to shareholder proposals, and annual shareholder meeting
Advising on insider trading and Section 16 issues for directors and executive officers, including the preparation and filing of SEC filings, preparation of 10b5-1 plans and management of trading policies and procedures
Providing legal and corporate governance support for matters related to the Company’s Board of Directors, including preparation of meeting materials
Proactively monitoring and advising on corporate governance, legal, regulatory, and other developments to ensure compliance with changing requirements
Supporting the investor relations function on various matters, including with respect to the preparation and review of communications related to quarterly earnings, as well as materials for investor presentations
Participating in shareholder communications and engagement
Partnering with the Human Resources team and have experience advising on company executive compensation practices, including senior management agreements, stock plan administration, executive agreements, incentive bonus plans and programs, severance plans and guidelines, and related public company disclosure considerations
Supporting the Treasury department, including with respect to financing transactions and credit facility compliance
Ensuring effective corporate governance by managing board operations, maintaining corporate records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and advising leadership on governance and disclosure matters
Providing legal support for M&A, divestitures, and other strategic transactions, including drafting and negotiating transaction agreements, advising on securities law disclosure and governance considerations, and similar related activities
Mentoring and providing guidance to junior legal professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing legal team environment
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience practicing in areas of securities, corporate governance and corporate transactions
Preferred
Experience working with public company Boards of Directors, and executive-level management on corporate governance matters
A combination of respected law firm and in-house experience is strongly preferred
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and document comparison tools
Strong judgment and ability to provide practical, effective counsel and find pragmatic solutions to problems
Strong work ethic and team player with ability to connect with people and build trust
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a fast-paced environment, and to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Good communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills within and across departments and externally; must be proactive in providing counsel to relevant stakeholders
A solutions-oriented team player, calm under pressure
Executive presence - Interpersonal and presentation communication strengths with senior executives
Time/Project Management: Effectively manage multiple, significant activities and respond to changing priorities with minimum disruption
Problem Solver: Able to drive problem resolution in challenging situations
Benefits
Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)
Company
Medtronic
Medtronic is a healthcare technology company that designs and develops AI-based products and solutions for the medical industry.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (349)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$18.16BKey Investors
NHS EnglandBlackstone Life SciencesTrade Capital Funding
2025-09-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.76B
2024-05-29Post Ipo Debt· $3.24B
2023-03-23Post Ipo Debt· $2B
Leadership Team
Geoffrey Martha
CEO
Linnea Burman
SVP & President, Neurovascular
Recent News
Business Standard India
2025-12-29
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