Deputy General Counsel, Corporate & Securities

Description

Millions of people experience Synaptics every day. Our technology impacts how people see, hear, touch, and engage with a wide range of IoT applications -- at home, at work, in the car or on the go. 

We solve complex challenges alongside the most influential companies in the industry, using the most advanced algorithms in areas such as machine learning, biometrics, and video processing, combined with world class software and silicon development. 

Overview 

Synaptics is looking for an experienced and highly skilled Deputy General Counsel, Corporate & Securities, to join our dynamic and growing organization. The Deputy General Counsel, Corporate & Securities will be pivotal in overseeing the company’s general corporate, governance and securities legal functions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in public company governance, securities compliance, and corporate transactions, preferably within the semiconductor or technology industries. This position reports directly to the General Counsel.

The typical base pay range for this position is USD $227,000 - $356,400 per year. Individual pay is determined by many factors including work location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual performance bonus, equity, and other benefits. Note that compensation listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. 

Responsibilities & Competencies 

Job Duties

• Advise on compliance with public company rules and regulations, including the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Lead all aspects of SEC filings, including preparation and filing reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statement(s) for annual and special shareholder meetings, and ensure timely and accurate submission and all activities related to those filings and meetings
• Manage Section 16 Reporting, including Forms 3, 4, and 5, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements
• Ensure compliance with Nasdaq listing standards, including timely disclosure of material events and adherence to corporate governance rules
• Oversee and manage corporate equity and debt financing transactions, including public and private offerings, negotiation of terms, and ensuring compliance with securities laws and regulatory requirements for both types of financing: Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to structure and execute these transactions efficiently
• Manage and oversee public and private offerings of securities, including preparation and review of registration statements and offering documents
• Manage and oversee governmental and regulatory surveys, information requests, investigations, enforcement actions, and compliance audits (including directing outside counsel, when applicable)
• Support board of directors and committee meetings, including preparing meeting agendas, minutes, resolutions, and board materials
• Review press releases, earnings releases and presentations, and other public-facing documents
• Advise on corporate governance best practices, ensuring compliance with Delaware law and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements
• Draft, review, and maintain corporate policies, including insider trading policies, codes of conduct, Reg FD, and other compliance policies and programs
• Lead legal support for M&A transactions, joint ventures, significant license agreements, and other strategic corporate initiatives, including drafting and negotiating agreements
• Lead or assist with corporate transactions such as financings, restructurings, and international expansions
• Proactively identify and mitigate legal risks related to securities law, antitrust regulations, and governance matters and implement risk mitigation measures as appropriate.
• Partner with internal teams such as finance, investor relations, and communications to ensure alignment on corporate activities and disclosures

Competencies

• Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail, to effectively plan, prioritize, and manage multiple projects with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Self-driven, with the ability to work independently and exercise sound legal and business judgment 
• Highest professional ethics and maintenance of business and employee confidentiality
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to balance business needs with legal risk
• Proven track record of building, leading, and motivating teams: achieves organizational focus on key priorities, provides clear direction, delegates, actively communicates and coaches
• Ability to influence and lead through change and are motivated by the challenge of a fast-paced, high-growth global environment
• Strong technical analysis, critical thinking, and synthesis skills to analyze and solve problems that are not clearly defined and require in depth understanding of organizational objectives
• Ability to identify trends and opportunities, develop strategies and implement solutions to improve tools, systems, and processes
• Establishes clear expectations, sets objectives, and brings multiple parties together to drive key initiatives
• Excellent communication that is clear, concise, and compelling
• Experienced at working effectively across multiple levels of an organization and building successful cross functional partnerships

Qualifications (Requirements) 

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school and admission to the California State Bar. 
• A minimum of 15 years of relevant corporate and securities law experience, with significant experience in a publicly traded company including 7+ years building and leading teams
• Expertise in SEC reporting, Nasdaq listing standards, corporate governance, and M&A 
• Experience working directly with boards of directors and senior executives
• Strong communication, drafting, and analytical skills 
• In-house legal experience at a publicly traded company in the semiconductor sector preferred 
• Familiarity with the regulatory environment and business landscape of the semiconductor or technology industries preferred 
• Knowledge of global corporate structures and cross-border transactions preferred 
• Familiarity with Workiva a plus 
• This role requires being onsite in our San Jose, California headquarters 5 days per week
• Minimal travel up to 10%

Belief in Diversity

Synaptics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.