Corporate Counsel, M&A and Securities

Who are we looking for?

The Corporate Counsel, M&A and Securities will focus on SEC & NYSE reporting and compliance, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and other areas, including investor relations, treasury matters, corporate governance matters and ESG. We are looking for a person of high integrity, judgment, and business acumen who is comfortable working independently and in a quick paced, challenging environment. The successful candidate will not only display legal excellence and relevant experience, but also attention to detail, a proactive and practical approach, and a cooperative personal style. This position is based in Norwalk, Connecticut (negotiable). Element Solutions’ strategy is based on operational excellence and prudent capital allocation. The latter entails frequent acquisitions and nimble, creative access to the capital markets. This role will be critical in supporting those aspects of the strategy.

What will you be doing?

• Provide first line legal advice on securities law matters, including preparing all SEC filings, such as Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Proxy Statements, and Section 16 reports. Collaborate with the Finance and Investor Relations teams on the quarterly earnings process
• Provide securities law advice and compliance guidance for earnings releases, investor materials, management presentations and other communications
• Ensure compliance with all applicable securities laws and regulations, NYSE listing requirements and corporate laws, and monitor regulatory developments and best practices
• Prepare annual meetings of stockholders, including organization and preparation of meeting materials
• Support capital markets transactions, including equity and debt offerings
• Serve as the lead attorney on all legal aspects of global mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures from inception through post-closing integration
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex M&A transaction documents, including purchase and sale agreements, confidentiality agreements, letters of intent, and transition service agreements
• Support M&A due diligence activities and identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risks
• Provide legal support on credit agreement/indenture compliance, debt repricing, cash repatriation events, local credit facilities, delegation of banking authority, and other treasury and tax related matters
• Assist with global subsidiary management, including ongoing compliance, liquidations, dissolutions, reorganizations and intercompany transactions
• Provide legal support, where needed, on the company’s ESG program, including review of ESG disclosures, the company’s sustainability report and periodic ESG questionnaires

Who are You?

• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree or equivalent
• U.S. state bar active membership in good standing
• Must be or become authorized to practice law in the State of Connecticut (Authorized House Counsel)
• Minimum 7 years as a practicing lawyer with strong experience with SEC reporting (’33 and ’34 Act), and M&A transactions, preferably from a public company in-house experience

We understand that not all candidates may meet the requirements listed above. If you believe you have the skills and experience necessary to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

What competencies will you need?

• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently with a high degree of autonomy, prioritize workflow and meet demanding and often competing deadlines in a quick paced, challenging environment
• Collaborative team player who displays a positive attitude and service-oriented approach to internal and external colleagues. Hands-on, will roll up his/her sleeves, focus on the details of a matter and see it through to a successful conclusion
• Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational, interpersonal, and listening skills

We are Offering...

As part of our team here, as well as receiving a competitive base salary, you will also participate in a generous performance related bonus plan. In addition, you will also receive a 401k plan with company matching, Life Insurance, and Medical Insurance as well as 9 holidays.

Base salary range for this position is anticipated to be between $250k and $295k plus annual bonus and equity incentives.

Innovative - At ESI, we are committed to solving the complex and evolving needs of our customers through innovation and high-quality standards. We are focused on bringing cutting edge and environmentally sustainable solutions to the market. Our people are the critical resource required to make that happen. We support your success by creating a strong, inclusive culture, competitive total rewards, and an appropriate work-life balance.

Socially Responsible - We care about what you care about. We respect the individual differences that make up our unique expanding organization. We prioritize both sustainability and social impact in both our business operations and our local communities through our various ESI Cares initiatives and the ESI Foundation. There are many ways to get involved from employee network groups that support your interests and sense of belonging to paid volunteer days.