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Assistant General Counsel, Corporate & Securities - Duluth Georgia
Company: Lhmauto
Location: Duluth, Georgia
Posted On: 11/21/2024
Assistant General Counsel, Corporate & Securities Friday, October 4, 2024 About Asbury Asbury Automotive Group (NYSE: ABG) is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest franchised automotive retailers in the United States. We are redefining the traditional dealership model through innovative technologies such as Clicklane and through our commitment to our team members, guests, and partners. Our culture which is grounded in our North Star and Compass and powered by our D RIVE values, focuses on the vision of becoming the Most Guest Centric Automotive Retailer. At Asbury, we work together to provide exceptional experiences for our guests while promoting a fun, supportive and inclusive environment where team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Based on our efforts, we have been recognized as o ne of the best places to work by both Newsweek and US News & World report. The Assistant General Counsel, Corporate & Securities will serve as a corporate generalist, with expertise in securities law, M&A, corporate financing transactions, and general contract law. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide strategic direction and advice to senior management. Duties/Responsibilities SEC & Governance - Offers expert legal advice on corporate and securities laws, and corporate governance matters; support and present to the Board and its committees as necessary.
- Ensures compliance with periodic SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q), and manage the preparation of 8-Ks, proxy statements, and NYSE listing requirements.
- Manages legal aspects of quarterly earnings, investor relations disclosures, and shareholder-related matters.
- Provides advice and counsel on public company obligations, public disclosures, and corporate governance.
- Offers legal support to Finance, Accounting, Equity Administration, Tax, Insurance, and Investor Relations teams.
- Assists with Board and Committee compliance with corporate documents, charters, and guidelines, and assist with preparing meeting agendas and materials. M&A
- Advises management on M&A agreements and manage legal aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, including due diligence, structuring, negotiation, documentation and post-merger integration.
- Collaborates with internal stakeholders and external advisors to ensure successful transactions and regulatory compliance.
- Drafts and negotiates transaction documents related to stock/asset purchases, letters of intent and confidentiality agreements. Corporate Finance
- Provides legal support and counsel for complex financing transactions, including debt and equity offerings, and credit facilities. Contracts
- Drafts, reviews and negotiates a wide variety of commercial contracts, including vendor/supplier, technology, data sharing, SaaS, employment, franchise, dealer/distributor, retail, marketing, letter of intent, non-disclosure, etc. Leadership
- Offers legal advice to the CEO, General Counsel, senior executive management, and department heads.
- Delivers timely, effective, and business-sensitive legal services to achieve organizational goals.
- Builds and maintain relationships across all organizational levels, serving as a trusted advisor on legal matters.
- Supervises outside counsel as needed.
- Conducts business dealings with high ethical standards and adherence to legal requirements. Performs other related duties to benefit the mission/vision of the organization Education & Experience
- Juris Doctorate Degree and active State Bar Admission.
- 8+ years of experience as a corporate securities lawyer, either in-house at a public company, at a law firm, or a combination of both.
- Strong knowledge of NYSE/SEC compliance and corporate governance standards.
- Demonstrated legal expertise in M&A, securities law and corporate governance.
- Strong background in contract drafting and negotiation.
- Business-oriented approach to problem solving, tempered by an appreciation for legal complexity and risk.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex ideas for diverse audiences.
- Proficiency in navigating a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
- Ability to self-direct, take initiative, and work independently.
- Effective multitasking and project management skills.
- Sound judgment in critical decision-making.
- Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- Collaborative team player with the ability to work well across departments. Pay and Recognition:
- Weekly pay
- Paid holidays & paid time off
- Deferred Holiday Pay Match
- Paid training
- Stock Awards(select management and front-line team member's eligible Insurance / Retirement:
- Insurance: medical, vision, dental, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity plans
- Up to 12 weeks paid pregnancy leave (disability leave)
- Health savings
- Flex spending accounts (tax free)
- Short-term and Long-term disability plans
- Life Insurance (Whole Life and Term)
- 401k with company match Learning, Tuition Assistance and Career Development:
- Digital career path tool to assist with career development
- Continuous training through Asbury's Internal Learning Management System Professional growth and development opportunities Additional advantages:
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