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Director, Senior Securities Counsel (Hybrid - Acton, MA)

Position Summary

The Director, Senior Securities Counsel will serve as a key legal advisor on securities law matters, corporate governance and public company reporting obligations. This role will work closely with executive leadership, investor relations, finance and compliance teams to ensure adherence to U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regulations, stock exchange requirements and best practices in corporate governance. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in securities law, strong business acumen and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

Securities Law Compliance

• Lead the preparation and review of SEC filings, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements, Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, 5) and registration statements.
• Advise on compliance with the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and related SEC and stock exchange rules.
• Support earnings releases, investor presentations, and other public disclosures.

Corporate Governance

• Provide legal support to the Board of Directors and its committees, including preparing board materials, governance policies and minutes.
• Monitor and implement evolving governance best practices and regulatory developments.
• Assist with annual shareholder meetings and shareholder engagement strategies.

Capital Markets and Transactions

• Advice on capital markets transactions, including equity and debt offerings, share repurchase programs and M&A activity.
• Conduct due diligence and manage legal aspects of securities-related transactions.

Insider Trading and Disclosure Controls

• Oversee insider trading compliance, including administration of blackout periods and 10b5-1 plans.
• Develop and maintain disclosure controls and procedures in collaboration with finance and compliance teams.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Finance, Investor Relations, Human Resources and Communications on disclosure matters and corporate initiatives.
• Provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on securities law and governance topics.

Key Decision Rights

• Final legal review and sign-off on securities filings and public disclosures.
• Authority to escalate material disclosure issues to executive leadership.
• Decision-making authority on insider trading policy enforcement and governance procedures.
• Advisory input on strategic transactions and capital markets activity.

Required Leadership/Interpersonal Skills and Behaviors

• High degree of integrity and professional ethics.
• Demonstrated leadership and management abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong judgment in balancing legal risk with business needs.
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills.
• Capacity to influence, build trust and to engage and collaborate effectively at all levels of the Company.
• Strong problem resolution skills and ability to prioritize and respond to emerging issues effectively in a demanding environment.
• A self-starter who thrives when presented with challenges, is very productive and has the motivation to assume increasing and significant responsibility.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Extensive experiencewith:
  • SEC reporting and disclosure obligations (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, S-3, S-8, etc.)
  • Proxy statements and annual shareholder meetings
  • Section 16 reporting and insider trading compliance
  • Corporate governance and board support
  • Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance
  • NYSE/Nasdaq listing standards
  • ESG disclosure frameworks and trends
  • Disclosure controls and procedures
  • Capital markets transactions (e.g., IPOs, follow-on offerings, debt offerings)
• Proficiency with legal research toolsand document management systems as well as securities filing platforms (e.g., EDGAR).
• Skilled in providing pragmatic, focused and strategic legal advice.
• Ability to anticipate legal and regulatory risks and align legal strategy with business objectives.
• Capacity to distill complex issues and effectively communicate essential aspects to non-legal stakeholders.
• Exercise persuasive authority and operate collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Aptitude for strategic business thinking and analysis; excellent risk-based judgment.

Education and Experience

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar.
• 7+ years of relevant legal experience, with a strong focus on U.S. securities law, at a top law firm and/or in-house at a public company.
• Experience in a high-growth or technology-driven public company and familiarity with international securities regulations is a plus.

Additional Information:

• The position is hybrid (3 days per week in the office) based at our Acton, MA headquarters.
• Travel may be required up to 10% of the time depending on business needs.

NOTE: This position is eligible for hybrid working arrangements and requires on-site work from an Insulet office at least three (3) days per week. #LI-Hybrid

Additional Information:

Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform. The Omnipod Insulin Management System provides a unique alternative to traditional insulin delivery methods. With its simple, wearable design, the tubeless disposable Pod provides up to three days of non-stop insulin delivery, without the need to see or handle a needle. Insulet’s flagship innovation, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System, integrates with a continuous glucose monitor to manage blood sugar with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks, and can be controlled by a compatible personal smartphone in the U.S. or by the Omnipod 5 Controller. Insulet also leverages the unique design of its Pod by tailoring its Omnipod technology platform for the delivery of non-insulin subcutaneous drugs across other therapeutic areas. For more information, please visit insulet.com and omnipod.com.

We are looking for highly motivated, performance-driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!

At Insulet Corporation all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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