Job Summary
NetApp, the multi-billion-dollar intelligent data infrastructure company, is seeking a highly motivated Principal Corporate Counsel to join its legal department at an exciting time for our growing business. This role will be responsible for handling corporate and securities matters including '33 and '34 Act reporting and compliance, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, equity investments, equity plan compliance, capital markets activities, and executive compensation disclosure. We are looking for a candidate who is results-driven, client-focused, pragmatic, and has strong legal competencies and a project management mindset. This role will report to our Head of Corporate Legal.
Job Requirements
Handle securities law compliance, disclosure, and reporting under federal securities laws, NASDAQ rules and regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, and other corporate governance rules and regulations.
Leading the preparation and filing of registration statements, 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements, earnings materials, and Section 16 reports.
Act as a business partner and advisor to finance, tax, treasury, accounting, investor relations, corporate development, workplace experience, and human resources functions, assisting with legal risk assessments.
Prepare and manage board and committee meeting materials in partnership with senior leadership.
Advise on and prepare documents relating to capital markets activities and assist with other banking and investment matters.
Serve as a legal subject matter expert on sustainability and corporate social responsibility issues, including regulatory compliance and reporting.
Maintain programs and policies to ensure compliance with securities-related regulatory requirements, NASDAQ listing standards, Regulation FD, and insider trading rules.
Track regulatory and corporate governance developments and provide advice accordingly.
Manage equity processes including our insider trading policy, 10b5-1 trading plans and guidelines, and our pre-clearance processes, and serve as a trusted advisor to our total rewards team regarding our all employee, executive and director compensation programs.
Assist with corporate entity compliance and management.
Provide support for corporate development activities, including mergers and acquisitions.
Manage and build strategic and cost-effective partnerships with outside counsel supporting the above activities.
Job Requirements
Demonstrated experience in general corporate matters, including SEC reporting, M&A, financing, executive compensation, corporate organization, securities law compliance, subsidiary maintenance and compliance, and capital markets activities.
Excellent business judgment, ability to balance legal risk with business needs, strategic thinking and solutions-oriented, and the ability to effectively communicate complex issues and give practical advice to non-legal stakeholders.
High level of integrity and professionalism, inspiring immediate trust and respect, and a natural inclination to do the 'right' thing.
Team player with a good sense of humor, high level of integrity, responsibility, and professionalism, capable of working in a dynamic, team-based, deadline-oriented environment.
Proactive, enthusiastic, and innovative, with a strong work ethic and exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including superior verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to uphold the highest standards of discretion and confidentiality.
Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships and work well with senior-level and peer-level colleagues.
Ability to manage external counsel efficiently.
Facility technology tools, including appropriate use of artificial intelligence. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Familiarity with Nasdaq Boardvantage, ActiveDisclosure or other board and disclosure management platforms preferred.
Growth mindset and desire to consistently reflect, learn and improve.
Education
JD from an accredited law school with at least one active state bar membership, in good standing.
15+ years of corporate and securities experience, including at a large national law firm and in-house in the corporate legal department of a publicly traded company.
Compensation:
The target salary range for this position is 232,050 - 345,400 USD. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education and may be outside of this range. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off, various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU's), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.
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Why You'll Thrive at NetApp
At NetApp, you won't wait for the perfect moment-you'll make it. The early planning, the extra thought, the bold idea that turns good into great: That's how our people operate and how we continue to push the boundaries of data infrastructure.
NetApp is the trusted partner for organizations transforming data into opportunity. As the only enterprise-grade storage service natively embedded in Google Cloud, AWS, and Microsoft Azure, we empower customers to run everything from traditional workloads to enterprise AI with unmatched performance, resilience, and security.
Our culture
We celebrate mold breakers, bold thinkers, and problem solvers. We reward initiative, impact, and ownership. We provide flexibility so you can balance professional ambition with your personal life. Here, differences are not just welcomed-they drive everything we do.
If you're ready to innovate, rise to the challenge, and own every moment - make your next move your best one. Apply now.
