Western Digital Capital
Director and Senior Counsel, Securities & Corporate Governance
Western Digital Capital, Milpitas, California, United States, 95035
Director and Senior Counsel, Securities & Corporate Governance
Full-timeSalary Range: 180,625.00-255,800.00Business Function: LegalLocation (Secondary): Irvine Office--LOC_WDT_USCA01At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.Responsibilities
Advises on a broad range of securities laws and corporate governance matters.Assists in the preparation and review of securities filings (annual, quarterly and current reports, proxy statements, registration statements, Form SD and Section 16 filings).Assists in the maintenance of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley, Nasdaq rules, SEC regulations (e.g., insider trading, Reg. FD and Reg. G) and other regulations applicable to public companies.Helps prepare and review meeting materials for the Board of Directors and its committees.Provides legal support for domestic and foreign subsidiary work.Provides legal support to the finance function, including on matters relating to investor relations, treasury and tax.Develops strong working relationships and trust with key internal stakeholders.Works closely with non-attorney staff.Works under general direction and keeps manager informed as projects proceed.Effectively manage outside counsel.Minimum Requirements
J.D. degree from accredited law school.Current member of the California (or other acceptable jurisdiction) bar association in good standing.6+ years’ experience practicing with national law firm or with national law firm and as an in-house attorney.Strong securities and corporate governance experience.Understanding of financial statements.Excellent legal drafting skills with attention to detail.Ability to work effectively within a team and with other business functions, external auditors, outside counsel and senior-level executives.Ability to effectively communicate complex legal and compliance issues verbally and in writing in a clear and understandable manner.Adaptable and able to plan and manage projects from conception to completion in a dynamic environment with independent follow-through.Ability to be proactive, anticipate the needs of clients and managers, exercise independent judgment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Strong work ethic and ability to produce high quality work under deadline pressures.Self-starter with an appetite for problem-solving and ability to “own” projects and prioritize tasks with little or no supervision.Good sense of humor, positive attitude and ability to stay calm and collected under pressure.Familiarity with conflict minerals disclosure rules and regulations is preferred.Proficiency in drafting, reviewing and analyzing transaction documentation and collaborating on strategy and risk considerations is preferred.Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
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Full-timeSalary Range: 180,625.00-255,800.00Business Function: LegalLocation (Secondary): Irvine Office--LOC_WDT_USCA01At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. It’s You & Western Digital. Together, we’re the next BIG thing in data.Responsibilities
Advises on a broad range of securities laws and corporate governance matters.Assists in the preparation and review of securities filings (annual, quarterly and current reports, proxy statements, registration statements, Form SD and Section 16 filings).Assists in the maintenance of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley, Nasdaq rules, SEC regulations (e.g., insider trading, Reg. FD and Reg. G) and other regulations applicable to public companies.Helps prepare and review meeting materials for the Board of Directors and its committees.Provides legal support for domestic and foreign subsidiary work.Provides legal support to the finance function, including on matters relating to investor relations, treasury and tax.Develops strong working relationships and trust with key internal stakeholders.Works closely with non-attorney staff.Works under general direction and keeps manager informed as projects proceed.Effectively manage outside counsel.Minimum Requirements
J.D. degree from accredited law school.Current member of the California (or other acceptable jurisdiction) bar association in good standing.6+ years’ experience practicing with national law firm or with national law firm and as an in-house attorney.Strong securities and corporate governance experience.Understanding of financial statements.Excellent legal drafting skills with attention to detail.Ability to work effectively within a team and with other business functions, external auditors, outside counsel and senior-level executives.Ability to effectively communicate complex legal and compliance issues verbally and in writing in a clear and understandable manner.Adaptable and able to plan and manage projects from conception to completion in a dynamic environment with independent follow-through.Ability to be proactive, anticipate the needs of clients and managers, exercise independent judgment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Strong work ethic and ability to produce high quality work under deadline pressures.Self-starter with an appetite for problem-solving and ability to “own” projects and prioritize tasks with little or no supervision.Good sense of humor, positive attitude and ability to stay calm and collected under pressure.Familiarity with conflict minerals disclosure rules and regulations is preferred.Proficiency in drafting, reviewing and analyzing transaction documentation and collaborating on strategy and risk considerations is preferred.Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment.Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
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