Corporate Counsel

We are a leading global spine and orthopedics company with a premier portfolio of biologics, innovative spinal hardware, bone growth therapies, specialized orthopedic solutions and a leading surgical navigation system. Our combined company is over 1,600 strong, with products distributed in 68 countries worldwide and a global R&D, commercial and manufacturing footprint, and this is just the beginning! 

Come join our global team of dedicated professionals who through their extraordinary efforts demonstrate every day their commitment to our mission of improving the lives of patients. At SeaSpine and Orthofix our culture is built around Integrity and the core beliefs we live by: Exceed Expectations, Work Together, Be Respectful, Get Lean and Have Fun!

How you'll make a difference:

The Corporate Counsel position is an opportunity for a junior to mid-level attorney to join a small, fast-paced and dynamic corporate legal department supporting a global medical technology company focused on spine disorders.  The Corporate Counsel will work closely with other members of the Legal Department supporting all facets of the Company’s business, with a primary focus on contracts. The Corporate Counsel may also assist with public company reporting obligations, corporate governance, M&A, financings, employment matters, intellectual property, litigation, and executive compensation, as well as other duties as needed. 

The Corporate Counsel must possess organizational skills and leadership potential, be able to contribute to (and, at times, lead) multi-functional teams, and have experience handling numerous, high priority tasks concurrently.  The successful candidate will excel at resolving complex problems with creative solutions and minimal supervision.  The ideal candidate will possess a start-up mentality, be practical, solution-oriented and business-minded, embrace new challenges, and thrive in a collaborative environment. 

Your key responsibilities:

• Research, assess and provide practical counsel to corporate, regulatory, commercial, clinical, marketing, sales and HR teams on legal issues as they arise.
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including consulting agreements, distributor agreements, development and supply agreements, private label agreements, non-disclosure agreements, material transfer agreements, collaboration agreements, license agreements, clinical study agreements, and various vendor service agreements.
• Advise the business on contract interpretation, terms, issues, risks and negotiating strategies, protecting confidential and privileged information and protecting company IP and other assets. 
• Draft and manage template legal documents.
• Assist in preparing, reviewing and advising on all Company SEC filings, including related transaction documents, proxy statements, periodic reports, registration statements, Section 16 filings, and similar corporate records.
• Provide legal support for certain corporate transactions, including securities offerings and corporate financings and supporting the diligence process and integration of strategic transactions.
• Provide legal support for the Company’s data privacy compliance program.
• Advise on employment matters and best practices.
• Advise on compliance with reseller arrangements and government contracting.
• Assist in handling litigation and pre-litigation matters as they arise and interacting with outside counsel as needed.
• Provide IP support as needed.
• Develop new and review and enhance existing policies and procedures to streamline the Company’s business operations and improve customer experience (for both internal and external constituents).
• Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees.

Who you are:

Education/Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA)
• Active member in good standing of at least one State Bar.

Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:

• Self-starter who will identify what needs to be done and then pursue it to completion, with minimal or no prompting
• Ability to operate independently and prioritize effectively while handling substantial and diverse work volume and serving as a key contributor for a rapidly growing organization
• Strong written, communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with, and gain the respect of, stakeholders at all levels
• Team-player who will execute decisions with which he / she disagrees

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Certifications:

• J.D. from a top-tier law school (preferably, graduating in top quartile)
• At least 3 years of combined private practice and in-house experience in the commercial contracting and/or corporate transactional fields, including some experience at a major law firm
• Experience in an FDA-regulated industry

Additional Experience, Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities:

• Calculated risk-taker who will continually evaluate trade-offs and understands the role of legal analysis in overall decision-making
• Laser-focused on detail; maniacal about grammar

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / ADVERSE WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical requirements listed in this section include, but are not limited, to the motor/physical abilities, skills, and/or demands required of the position in order to successfully undertake the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to allow qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position.

The anticipated salary for this position is $160,000 to $177,000 per year, plus bonus and benefits. The final pay offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, the type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles, including braids, locks, and twists), ethnicity, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, caste, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age (40 and over), protected medical condition (including cancer and genetic conditions), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), reproductive health decision-making, medical leave or other types of protected leave (requesting or approved for leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act or the California Family Rights Act), domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, termination, promotions, transfers, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Salary : $160,000 - $177,000