Senior Legal Counsel Job at Empire Search Partners, Chicago, IL

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  • Empire Search Partners
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Role: Senior Counsel, Corporate & Securities

Employer: Global E-Commerce Company

Experience Required: 4+ years in securities and capital markets experience (in-house or at a law firm)

Our client, a global e-commerce company, is seeking a Senior Counsel, Corporate & Securities who is an exceptional legal strategist and proactive business partner in Chicago, IL . This is a high-impact, high-visibility role for a leader who can not only manage public company obligations but also drive efficiency and innovation in legal operations. You will be a key advisor to senior leadership and the Board of Directors, ensuring corporate governance and transactions are executed with precision, speed, and strategic insight.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in securities and capital markets experience (in-house or at a law firm), proven ability to independently manage complex filings and transactions, and strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines. For anyone aspiring to become a General Counsel, this role offers unmatched visibility, strategic influence, and leadership opportunities — both within the legal department and across the company.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee Section 16 filings and related reporting obligations.
  • Prepare and manage board and committee meeting materials in partnership with senior leadership.
  • Own the legal portions of all SEC filings and ensure ongoing compliance with SEC and exchange requirements.
  • Drive M&A, divestitures, strategic investments, corporate financings, and other complex corporate transactions from term sheet through closing.
  • Negotiate and draft transaction agreements, disclosure documents, and corporate governance materials.
  • Partner with Communications, Investor Relations, Accounting, Treasury, and Tax on cross-functional initiatives.

Base salary is expected $149,175 - $200,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Interested attorneys with matching backgrounds are encouraged to apply and learn more details about this opportunity!

About Empire Search Partners

With over 25 years of relationship building in the major U.S. legal markets, Empire Search Partners has developed the preeminent network of top-tier attorneys and legal employers. This network enables Empire Search to combine the market’s leading law firm and in-house legal recruiting practices under one roof. Empire Search is the choice legal recruiting firm for attorneys looking for the most comprehensive career guidance and for employers in search of accomplished legal talent.

Empire Search Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any individual application based on race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, disability, or any factors prohibited by applicable laws. Empire Search Partners celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees and for the clients we serve.

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