Assistant General Counsel - Crane Company : Job Details

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant General Counsel (AGC) to join our Corporate Legal team. Reporting to the EVP, General Counsel & Secretary, the AGC is responsible for a broad range of legal services to the company, both directly and with outside counsel. There is a significant focus on SEC reporting requirements and public company regulatory compliance, including drafting the annual proxy statement, M&A, and general commercial counseling. The role serves as a business partner to Corporate and business units alike and requires a highly effective collaborator. This is an onsite position based in Stamford, CT at Crane Company

Responsibilities

• Work with senior management, HR, compensation consultants, proxy advisors and others in organizing and drafting the proxy statement; assist in conducting the annual stockholders meeting.
• Support the D&O questionnaire process, and the Executive Officer and Director stock transaction approval process.
• Work with senior management and the finance department in drafting and reviewing Forms 10-K and 10-Q.
• Review press releases and drafting Forms 8-K; supervise preparation and filing of Forms 3, 4 and 5.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various agreements, including commercial sales contracts, confidentiality agreements, commercial real estate agreements, license agreements and employment-related agreements.
• Provide corporate governance advice to the organization, including preparation of resolutions, policies, and procedures.
• Assist in the Company's M&A activity, including active involvement in due diligence review and drafting and negotiating transaction documents.
• Develop practical solutions and communicate them to business clients, including senior management.
• Enhance the effectiveness of the Law Department through participation in staff meetings, training, and positive interaction with Corporate and business clients; develop a keen understanding of the Company's business strategy and its business system.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in Connecticut (or willing to obtain an in-house limited license).
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience as an attorney with a mix of top law firm experience and working in-house in a publicly traded corporation preferred.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of securities laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to be a proactive team player and partner effectively with internal clients in a collaborative environment to achieve stated business objectives while minimizing risks.
• Self-starter with a sense of urgency, ability to prioritize, handle unanticipated situations effectively and work well under pressure in a demanding multi-client environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to convert complex legal concepts into useful business guidance and engage personnel across all levels of the Company.
• Commitment to the highest standards of ethical conduct.
• Highly motivated and positive attitude.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive legal matters.
• Ability to analyze a situation, identify issues and propose practical solutions.
• Occasional domestic and international travel is required.

Location and Employment Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Manufacturing

Crane Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.