Senior Corporate Counsel

J.D. degree with solid academic credentials and a state bar membership (CA or NY preferred)
5+ years of legal experience in corporate and securities law at a major law firm and/or in-house at a public company
Excellent knowledge of securities laws and regulations, including the 1933 and 1934 Acts
Solid corporate governance experience working on board of directors and board committee matters
Familiarity and experience with corporate finance transactions, including in debt and equity capital markets
Self-starter who thrives under limited direction and is excited by challenges
Strong communication and project management skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively and proactively provide quick, concise, and practical legal advice
Excellent judgment with demonstrated decision-making capability while dealing with legal, regulatory and business issues involving competing interests
Team mentality

Provide legal advice and practical, business-oriented legal solutions and ensure compliance with respect to matters arising under federal securities laws, SEC rules and regulations and NASDAQ requirements
Partner with cross-functional teams on disclosure matters, including drafting and advising on SEC filings (including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, etc.) and reviewing earnings and other press releases, presentations, significant internal communications and other announcements
Draft the proxy statement and related materials for the annual stockholders’ meeting
Lead corporate finance transactions, including debt and equity capital markets offerings
Support Upstart’s Board of Directors’ and its committees’ meetings, including preparing meeting agendas, minutes, resolutions and board materials
Review Section 16 filings, including Forms 3, 4 and 5, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements
Advise on corporate governance best practices and administer certain corporate policies and programs, such as the insider trading policy, related party transaction policy and Rule 10b5-1 plans
Counsel on a range of corporate-related matters such as executive compensation, equity plans, stock administration and related policies
Help with special corporate projects, including strategic transactions and legal trainings.