About this opportunity
Golf Entertainment Group lists this Associate General Counsel opportunity in stamford, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Note: This position will be in-office and will be required to report to the Stamford, CT office
Overview
The Associate General Counsel serves as a member of the legal team who will be responsible for assisting in overseeing the Company’s corporate, securities, and governance matters. This role provides strategic legal counsel to executive leadership, with a primary focus on SEC compliance, public company obligations, corporate governance, and complex corporate transactions. The Associate General Counsel partners closely with the General Counsel and business leaders to support growth initiatives while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and best practices.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate, Securities & Regulatory Compliance
Lead the Company’s compliance with federal and state securities laws, including ongoing SEC reporting and disclosure obligations.
Oversee the preparation, review, and filing of periodic and current reports (e.g., Forms 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K), proxy statements, and other SEC filings.
Advise senior management on disclosure controls, internal controls, and corporate compliance matters.
Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on the Company’s operations and reporting obligations.
Corporate Governance & Board Advisory
Serve as a key legal advisor to the Board of Directors and executive leadership on corporate governance, fiduciary duties, and best practices.
Manage Board and committee matters, including meeting materials, resolutions, charters, and minutes.
Ensure compliance with corporate governance policies, ethics standards, and applicable listing requirements (if applicable).
Maintain corporate records and oversee entity management and regulatory filings across the organization.
Corporate Transactions & Strategic Initiatives
Provide legal leadership on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, financings, and other strategic transactions.
Conduct and oversee legal due diligence and manage transaction documentation and negotiations.
Advise on capital markets transactions, securities offerings, and related regulatory considerations.
Support strategic partnerships and long‑term growth initiatives from a corporate law perspective.
Contracting & Commercial Matters
Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of significant commercial agreements, including vendor, partnership, and real estate‑related agreements.
Develop and implement contract standards and risk‑management frameworks aligned with corporate objectives.
Provide practical, business‑oriented legal advice to internal stakeholders.
Identify and assess legal and regulatory risks affecting the Company, with an emphasis on corporate, securities, and compliance exposure.
Manage significant litigation and regulatory matters, including coordination with external counsel.
Support enterprise risk management initiatives and mitigation strategies.
Employment, IP & Regulatory Support
Provide high‑level legal guidance on employment and labor matters in partnership with HR and external counsel.
Oversee protection and management of the Company’s intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks and branding.
Qualifications & Skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and provide practical legal solutions.
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
5+ years of legal experience, with substantial experience in corporate and securities law, preferably supporting a public company or advising public company clients.
Demonstrated experience with SEC reporting, disclosure requirements, and corporate governance.
Experience leading or supporting mergers, acquisitions, and other complex corporate transactions.
Prior in‑house experience and/or large law firm background strongly preferred.
Strong business judgment with the ability to provide clear, pragmatic legal advice to senior leadership.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Ability to manage multiple complex matters in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
Stamford, CT $134,000.00-$185,000.00 2 weeks ago
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Hospitality
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Worksite address
stamford, CT, 06925, US
Who can apply
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