Securities/Compliance Attorney Job in Oakland, California US

Securities/Compliance Attorney

We are seeking an experienced Securities/Compliance Attorney to join our team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package and the unique opportunity to join a dynamic start-up company working with great people and state of the art capabilities required to provision large scale and renewable solar power. General Description This lawyer will establish and maintain the securities law compliance function for BrightSource. This lawyer will prepare and file periodic and annual reports, proxy statements and other securities law filings, including Forms 3, 4, 5, 144, S-8 and 11-K. The position will support the management team regarding other compliance matters. This lawyer will also handle general corporate matters, including emerging governance practices, stockholder proposals, as well as Delaware law and stock exchange compliance. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Establish and maintain an ongoing securities compliance program for newly public company Establish and monitor general corporate compliance programs Work with legal colleagues and business teams on various corporate compliance issues Provide legal advice and support for SEC filings, including 10-Qs, 10-Ks and 8-Ks Prepare and facilitate the filing of SEC forms, including Forms 3, 4, and 5 Provide advice on corporate governance matters, reporting obligations under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, stock exchange rules, Blue Sky filings and compliance with applicable regulations of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Monitor developments in securities and executive compensation laws and conduct research on specific issues as they arise Identify, analyze and report on legal and market practice developments impacting the Company's disclosure and compensation practices, including changes in laws, regulations and policies Negotiating and drafting corporate documents such as NDAs and other commercial agreements General corporate work Major law firm experience preferred Other Minimal travel to locations as required May support other executives as needed. Performs other duties as may be determined from time to time. Exhibit Appropriate Professional Standards Demonstrates proactive enthusiasm for solving problems and adding value to the company Maintains a current level of professional knowledge Focuses on personal growth and development by actively seeking feedback and responding with action Communicates openly and honestly, does not engage in gossip Models professional behaviors of conduct and decorum Is a strong team player and willing to assist others when necessary and appropriate BrightSource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We extend equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, age, handicap or national origin. Manpower is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA)