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Principal Attorney, Securities

Posted Dec 19
Full Time
Seattle, Washington

Job Description:

Remitly’s vision is to transform lives with trusted financial services that transcend borders. Since 2011, we have been tirelessly delivering on our promises to people who send money around the world. Today, we are reimagining global financial services and building products that extend beyond traditional barriers to give customers access to more of the services they need, no matter where they call home. Join over 2,700 employees worldwide who are growing their careers with purpose and connection with our customers while having a positive impact on millions of people around the globe.

About the Role:

Remitly is looking for a Senior Counsel, Corporate Governance and Securities, to advise the global business on securities, finance, and corporate governance matters. You will manage our 1934 Act reporting and compliance requirements, 1933 Act requirements associated with capital raising activities, and corporate governance responsibilities. You will be an important partner to Finance, our People team, and senior leadership around the world.

You Will:

  • Manage our disclosure controls programs, with responsibility for preparing and advising on securities law disclosure for annual, quarterly, and other periodic reports, and ensuring appropriate controls and reporting are operational at the management and board levels.
  • Prepare our securities filings including proxy statements, S-8, and Section 16 filings, ensuring compliance with all applicable securities laws and stock exchange requirements.
  • Develop, implement, and oversee all corporate governance policies and functions, including preparation of Board materials and minutes, handling Board or stockholder consents and ensuring compliance with policies and charter documents.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain procedures relating to securities law compliance and disclosure matters, including administration of our Insider Trading Policy, Section 16, Rule 144, and Rule 10b-5 requirements.
  • Manage securities law aspects of executive compensation and employee benefit plan matters.
  • Provide legal support for corporate and securities transactions, including financings and equity/debt offerings.
  • Review and advise on external public-facing communications, policies, and reports.
  • Manage Regulation FD compliance and investor engagement activities.

You Have:

  • Bar admission in a major jurisdiction, preferably Washington, New York, or California.
  • 5+ combined years of legal experience as an in-house corporate securities or governance counsel or in a top national or international law firm.
  • Significance expertise in securities regulation and capital markets transactions, corporate finance, and corporate governance.
  • You identify a range of legal considerations and advise within a structured framework.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in working with and advising senior executives of an organization.
  • Working knowledge in Financial Tech and/or experience in a quickly scaling environment.
  • Experience hiring and managing legal teams.

Compensation Details. The starting base salary range for this position is typically $196,000-215,000$. In the U.S., Remitly employees are stockholders in our Company and equity is part of our total compensation plan. Your recruiter can share more information about medical benefits offered, as well as other financial benefits and total compensation components offered with this role.

Our Benefits:

  • Flexible paid time off
  • Health, dental, and vision + 401k plan with company matching
  • Paid parental, medical, military and family care leave
  • Mental Health & Family Forming Benefits
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Continuing education and travel benefits

We are committed to nondiscrimination across our global organization and in all of our business operations. Employment is determined based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identification and expression, marital status, military status or status as an honorably discharge/veteran, pregnancy (including a woman's potential to get pregnant, pregnancy-related conditions, and childbearing), sexual orientation, age (40 and over), national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, physical, mental, or sensory disability (including the use of a trained dog guide or service animal), HIV/AIDS or hepatitis C status, genetic information, status as an actual or perceived victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, or any other protected class as established by law.

Remitly is an E-Verify Employer

Remitly is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.