Senior Corporate Counsel

Checkr’s mission is to build a fairer future by improving understanding of the past. We believe all candidates, regardless of who they are, should have a fair chance to work. Established in 2014 and valued at $2.2B, Checkr is using technology to bring hiring to the next level. Our People Trust Platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to help thousands of companies modernize their background check process and make hiring safer, more efficient, and more inclusive. Some of our customers include, Uber, Instacart, Doordash, Netflix, Compass Group, and Adecco.
A career with Checkr is an opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest minds, disrupt an industry for a better future, and give otherwise overlooked candidates access to employment. Checkr has been recognized in Forbes Best Startup Employers and is a top Y Combinator company by valuation.
We are looking for a motivated and experienced attorney to manage core corporate legal functions, including IPO... preparation, mergers and acquisitions, securities compliance, corporate governance activities, and equity issues.
The Senior Corporate Counsel will be exposed to a variety of legal and business matters and will report to Checkr’s Associate General Counsel, Corporate & Commercial. While this is a highly collaborative, flexible, and fun environment, we are looking for a self-starting problem-solver who can work collaboratively and autonomously and roll up their sleeves when necessary to get the job done. Preference will be given to candidates based near one of our offices in San Francisco or Denver, but this role is eligible for full-time remote work.
Responsibilities:
Provide support on all corporate transactional work, including public company readiness, M&A, and other strategic transactions. Coordinate among the legal, finance, and corporate development teams and external corporate counsel on the above.
For strategic M&A transactions, partner with the business on deal structure and LOI terms, plan and assist with due diligence, draft and negotiate deal agreements, and actively manage deal process and execution.
Advise and support corporate governance matters and subsidiary formation and administration.
Work with finance team to support stock administration on equity matters and employee education.
Provide advice on corporate governance best practices, including assistance on general board and shareholder matters, the formation of corporate governance policies, securities filings, and coordination of stock or equity issuance.
Draft and negotiate customer sales agreements, commercial partnership agreements, and services agreements.
​Build and manage processes and workflows that can scale to keep up with our fast growth.
What you bring:
JD degree and a member in good standing of the California Bar.
7-10 years of corporate, M&A, and securities law experience at a large, tech-focused law firm, with some in-house experience preferred.
Top-notch expertise in corporate, securities, investments, and other corporate transactions.
Pragmatic strategist capable of operating independently who can identify and resolve legal issues in the context of the company’s commercial goals and risk thresholds.
Must be able to provide crisp, timely, and pragmatic legal advice and execute swiftly on many tasks.
Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a good sense of humor.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Flexible and able to organize, prioritize and complete multiple priorities and projects (internally and externally) in a fast-paced environment.
Thrives in an environment where you need to roll up your sleeves and own outcomes.
Ability to learn quickly and take on challenging new projects with enthusiasm.
Excellent judgment, attention to detail, and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
What you get:
A fast-paced and collaborative environment
Learning and development allowance
Competitive compensation and opportunity for advancement
100% medical, dental and vision coverage
Flexible PTO policy
Monthly wellness stipend, home office stipend
Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr
Checkr is committed to hiring talented and qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds for all of its tech, non-tech, and leadership roles. Checkr believes that the gathering and celebration of unique backgrounds, qualities, and cultures enriches the workplace.
Checkr also welcomes the opportunity to consider qualified applicants with prior arrest or conviction records. Checkr’s commitment to diversity extends to hiring talented individuals in spite of a prior criminal history in accordance with local, state, and/or federal laws, including the San Francisco’s Fair Chance Ordinance.
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