Assistant General Counsel

Summary

Join Dialpad's Legal team as the Assistant General Counsel (Corporate/HR), reporting directly to the General Counsel. You will provide legal counsel and guidance on corporate governance, employment issues, and IPO preparation. Responsibilities include managing Board meetings, drafting agreements, ensuring regulatory compliance, and overseeing employment law matters. The ideal candidate possesses in-depth knowledge of U.S. securities regulations and corporate governance, along with 8+ years of relevant legal experience, including IPO preparation. This role offers competitive salary, benefits, flexible time off, and professional development opportunities. The position is based in San Ramon, CA (preferred) or remotely in the U.S.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of U.S. securities regulations and corporate governance, as well as prior involvement in IPO preparation
• Ability to manage all legal aspects of company financing and M&A transactions
• Ensuring compliance regarding business activities, disclosures, and reporting
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of agreements and corporate documents
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• License in good standing to practice law
• 8+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably with 4+ years in-house
• Strong analytical skills, able to assess complex issues and provide practical solutions
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, able to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated capability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and efficiently
• High level of integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to confidentiality
• Adaptability and a collaborative attitude to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Handle corporate governance responsibilities, including but not limited to effectively managing Board and Committee meetings, preparing meeting minutes and consents, reviewing and revising charters, corporate governance policies and governing documents, and performing other tasks related to legal entity management
• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of corporate agreements, including but not limited to mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, licensing agreements, and commercial contracts
• Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to prepare the company for a possible IPO, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and providing counsel on corporate governance matters
• Provide legal oversight on employment-related legal matters, including but not limited to hiring practices, employee contracts, compensation, benefits, and compliance with labor laws and regulations
• Oversee legal matters outside your core corporate responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications

This position reports to our General Counsel and is based either at Dialpad’s HQ in San Ramon, CA (preferred) or remotely in the U.S

Benefits

• Flexible time off and great options for medical, dental, and vision plans for all employees
• Monthly stipend to help cover your cell phone bill, home internet bill
• Reimbursement for gym membership costs
• A variety of wellness events
• Dialpad offers reimbursement for expenses related to professional development, up to an annual limit per calendar year
• $256,900 — $317,033 USD