Corporate and Securities Counsel (Hybrid, Boston)
Haemonetics
Summary
Haemonetics is seeking a dynamic and experienced Corporate and Securities Counsel to provide legal support to the company’s corporate functions and growing global business. The position will advise senior business leaders and the Board of Directors on corporate governance, securities law and public-company reporting, corporate finance, strategic transactions, corporate responsibility and general corporate matters.
Job description
A successful candidate will have at least three years of relevant experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house legal department, with a primary emphasis in public company reporting and corporate governance.
Responsibilities
Corporate Governance
- Advise and support the Board of Directors and its standing committees, including preparation of meeting materials, minutes, resolutions and other governance documentation.
- Monitor developments in corporate governance and securities regulations and advise management and the Board of Directors on emerging requirements and trends.
- Support Board of Directors evaluations, director onboarding, continuing education and other governance initiatives.
SEC Reporting and Securities Law Compliance
- Lead Legal support the preparation and review of SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and related disclosures.
- Advise on securities law compliance and disclosure matters, including earnings releases, investor materials and other public and external communications.
- Oversee Section 16 reporting, insider trading policies and related securities compliance and governance programs.
Corporate and Strategic Legal Support
- Serve as a strategic legal partner and trusted advisor to management and business leaders on a broad range of corporate and strategic legal matters, including with respect to corporate finance, strategic transactions, executive compensation, corporate responsibility, corporate policies and corporate records.
- Select and manage outside counsel as needed, serving as a bridge between external advisors and internal stakeholders to drive efficient, cost-effective, and business-oriented solutions.
- Collaborate closely with a global team of in-house lawyers and provide additional legal support as needed to advance the company’s business objectives.
Requirements
- J.D. from a national law school
- Admission to at least one state Bar in the United States, preferably Massachusetts
- 3–7+ years of relevant experience at a leading law firm and/or in-house legal department
- Primary emphasis in public company reporting and corporate governance
- Professional presence and ability to interact effectively with senior management and the Board of Directors
- Highly self-motivated with ability to quickly build trust and strong working relationships
- Exceptional organizational and analytical skills
- Strong work ethic and ability to produce high-quality work quickly and efficiently
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously with limited supervision
- Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information with high discretion
- Highly effective, business-friendly and persuasive oral and written communication skills
- Willingness to master new and unfamiliar areas of practice
- Willingness to work onsite at Boston headquarters at least three days per week
Benefits
- 401(k) Matching
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Flexible Time Off
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health and Welfare Benefits
Company overview
Haemonetics Corporation is a global leader in blood and plasma management solutions, founded in 1971 and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. As a publicly traded company listed on the NYSE under the symbol HAE, Haemonetics specializes in developing and manufacturing medical devices and systems for blood component collection, processing, and transfusion management. The company operates across three primary segments: plasma collection, blood center operations, and hospital transfusion services. Haemonetics' innovative product portfolio includes automated blood collection systems, surgical blood salvage devices, hemostasis management systems, and temperature regulation equipment for medical applications. With approximately 3,300 employees worldwide and operations in 16 countries, the company generates annual revenues exceeding $1.3 billion. Haemonetics has established itself as a critical partner to healthcare providers by offering comprehensive solutions that enhance patient safety, improve clinical outcomes, and optimize blood management workflows across the continuum of care.