Legal Counsel – Securities, Corporate Governance, Capital Markets

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November 1

🏈 Ohio – Remote

Although this job is listed in Ohio, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $160k - $190k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🧑‍⚖️ General Counsel

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O-I

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Manufacturing

O-I is a leader in glass packaging, known for its innovation and commitment to sustainability. The company specializes in transforming how food and beverages are stored by providing sustainable and iconic glass packaging solutions. O-I also focuses on advancing glass recycling technologies and nurturing diversity, equity, and inclusion within its operations. With a history rooted in significant innovations in glass-making technology, O-I strives to create a sustainable future by integrating sustainability into every aspect of its operations. The company collaborates with brands to design glass packaging that enhances consumer experiences and achieves sustainable outcomes.

10,000+ employees

Founded 1903

💰 Grant on 2021-10

📋 Description

• Provide strategic legal counsel on a wide range of securities and corporate governance matters to support O-I’s global operations • Advising on securities law and corporate governance issues • Drafting and reviewing SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Section 16 filings, registration statements, proxy statements, and other regulatory disclosures • Providing legal support for capital markets transactions and bank credit agreements • Ensuring public disclosures (e.g., press releases) meet SEC and other regulatory requirements • Managing the company’s insider trading policy and 10b5-1 trading plans • Overseeing public company obligations such as annual shareholder meeting planning, director and officer questionnaires, related party transactions, and compliance calendars • Supporting board and committee matters, including preparing materials, drafting minutes, and updating charters and policies • Advising on corporate governance best practices, shareholder engagement, and proxy advisor considerations • Maintaining and updating governance documents, policies, and internal guidelines • Supporting global entity management and corporate secretarial functions • Collaborating cross-functionally with finance, treasury, corporate accounting, investor relations, internal audit, and communications • Leading or contributing to special projects and initiatives as assigned

🎯 Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school • Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar • 3–8 years of relevant legal experience, with a strong focus on securities, corporate governance, and capital markets—gained at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house at a public company • Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing SEC filings and public disclosures • Familiarity with public company legal operations, including board support and shareholder meeting planning • Proficient in general corporate legal drafting (e.g., resolutions, consents, minutes, charters, bylaws) • Strong understanding of evolving legal and regulatory developments, market trends, and governance practices • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated • Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams • Strong interpersonal skills and business acumen • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • Trusted to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion • Experience with electronic board portals (e.g., Diligent, Boardvantage), document management systems, and SEC reporting tools (e.g., EDGAR)

🏖️ Benefits

• Vacation time and paid holidays • Medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage • Pre-tax accounts • Well-being program which includes opportunity to earn employer contributions • Life and AD&D Insurance • Disability Insurance • 401(k) retirement saving plans with employer contributions • Financial advisors to assist with retirement planning and financial wellness • Employee Assistance Program