Senior Corporate Counsel, Corporate, Chicago, Hybrid

Huron is redefining what a global consulting organization can be. Advancing new ideas every day to build even stronger clients, individuals and communities. We’re helping our clients find new ways to drive growth, enhance business performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. And, we’re developing strategies and implementing solutions that enable the transformative change they need to own their future.
As a member of the Huron corporate team, you’ll help to evolve our business model to stay ahead of market forces, industry trends and client needs. Our accounting, finance, human resources, IT, legal, marketing and facilities management professionals work collaboratively to support Huron’s collective strategies and enable real transformation to produce sustainable business results.
Join our team and create your future.

The Senior Corporate Counsel will report to and work closely with the General Counsel to advise the company on corporate governance matters, ensure compliance with securities laws and stock exchange regulations, and support the board of directors and executive leadership on governance best practices. This role will also advise on M&A transactions, provide legal support on post-close integration and negotiate client contracts for transaction advisory engagements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on securities law, NASDAQ listing standards and corporate governance matters, staying ahead of evolving legal requirements.
• Provide legal support for M&A transactions, including due diligence, drafting and negotiating agreements, and post-closing integration.
• Oversee SEC reporting, including proxy statements, 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and Forms 3/4/5.
• Support board and committee operations, including preparation of materials, corporate governance guidelines and committee charters.
• Oversee corporate records and subsidiary governance, ensuring timely filings for compliance and domestic international entities.
• Support shareholder engagement and annual meeting preparation
• Advise on investor relations matters, including earnings announcements, press releases, and investor communications.
• Provide legal support for transaction advisory engagements and contracts.
• Develop and maintain strong stakeholder relationships and an understanding of Huron’s businesses.

Qualifications & Experiences:

• 5-10 years of experience in corporate governance, M&A, and securities law, primarily with a leading law firm. In-house experience a plus but not required.
• Expertise in SEC and NASDAQ compliance, corporate governance trends, and public company reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate M&A agreements to support commercial growth while taking a pragmatic approach to risk management.
• Strong ability to manage outside counsel effectively and cost-efficiently.
• Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to relate comfortably at all levels of the organization and among various stakeholder groups.

• Highly motivated, strategic, detail-oriented with the ability to make timely and informed decisions under time constrained and/or high-pressure situations.
• Desire to be challenged and grow professionally.
• Ability to work quickly and independently, with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, board portal software (e.g., Diligent), and legal entity management tools. Comfort with AI enabled tools is a plus.

• J.D. and active bar membership.

Preferred location: Chicago

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The estimated base salary range for this job is $180,000-$250,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy.  Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $234,000-$325,000. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future

Position LevelDirector

CountryUnited States of America