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Job Summary JOB SUMMARY Medline is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel, Securities to be responsible for ensuring compliance with securities rules and regulations, including preparation, review, and filing of Forms 8-K, 10-Q, and 10-K, registration statements, proxy statements, and Section 16 and Section 13 filings. In addition, this position will be responsible for maintaining and updating (as necessary) the Company’s governance policies and practices, including governance guidelines, committee charters, disclosure controls, and other governing documents, to ensure compliance with SEC and exchange listing requirements, best practices, emerging trends, and board needs. Under the guidance of the VP, Corporate Secretary, this attorney will provide practical, business-focused guidance on an array of matters related to securities and corporate guidance, collaborating closely with the Company’s corporate accounting, finance, external reporting, compensation, internal audit, treasury, and investor relations teams. Job Description KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Securities and Corporate Legal Prepare and review SEC filings in compliance with the ’33 and ’34 Acts, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, and registration statements. Lead drafting, preparation and filing the proxy statement, including the assembly of data and disclosures from around the Company. Lead preparation and review of Section 16 and Section 13 ownership filings and beneficial ownership reporting, including related ownership tracking Ensure compliance with securities and listing exchange regulations and rules, as well as applicable rules and regulations of industry organizations that impact public company reporting or compliance, such as ISS and Glass Lewis. Provide expert legal advice and guidance on a wide range of matters, including securities law disclosure, insider trading, Regulation FD, stakeholder engagement, and other securities regulatory compliance matters. Advise on executive compensation matters and support the compensation team in their administration of employee compensation benefits programs. Support and assist with review and filing of quarterly earnings releases, investor presentations, and other public communications, including in compliance with Reg FD and non-GAAP rules. Support the communications team in disclosure matters, including review of press releases, with legal advice and guidance on compliance with applicable law. Support the ESG team in preparation of the annual Environmental, Social, and Governance report and related disclosures with legal advice and guidance related securities law compliance and consistent with the Company’s securities disclosure. Experience with corporate transactions, such as M&A, equity investments, and equity and debt financings. Corporate Governance Support the development and implementation of best practices in corporate governance, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and listing requirements. Lead planning and execution for the Company’s annual stockholders meeting. Provide expert guidance on matters related to corporate governance, board composition, and committee structures. Support the Corporate Secretary in preparing and distributing materials for board and committee meetings, drafting resolutions, managing board/committee communications, and recording meeting minutes Support the Corporate Secretary in ensuring efficient and accurate management of corporate records, documents, and filings, and establish and maintain effective processes and systems to support compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Support global corporate initiatives and subsidiary management, including coordinating cross-functionally with tax, treasury, and other teams as needed on subsidiary projects, including preparation and review of organizational and other documents related to subsidiary creation, ownership changes, capital changes, and other matters. Coordinate with senior executives and board members to ensure effective communication and follow-up on board actions. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and top academic credentials. Licensed to practice in Illinois or licensed and in good standing with another state bar and able to become licensed in Illinois. Work Experience At least 5 years of strong experience practicing securities and corporate governance at a major law firm or public corporation. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Excellent business and legal judgment with the ability to make decisions and give practical advice that demonstrates an understanding of overall business objectives and the balance of risks and rewards in complex situations. Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written, including the ability to present complex topics in a concise and understandable manner and to collaborate with a range of partners. Ability to stay well-informed of emerging legal developments, market trends and practices, and risks related to public disclosures and corporate governance and eager to learn new areas of law. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Proactive personality, committed to understanding the industry and the company’s business. Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization. The anticipated salary range for this position: $175,760.00 - $263,640.00 Annual The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold. Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For a more comprehensive list of our benefits please click here. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp. Every day, we’re focused on building a more diverse and inclusive company, one that recognizes, values and respects the differences we all bring to the workplace. From doing what’s right to delivering business results, together, we’re better. Explore our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion page here. Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic. We empower people to share their best ideas. We create new opportunities for our customers and ourselves. And we work together to solve today’s toughest healthcare challenges. Come join our team and accelerate your career in healthcare! Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. We’re a medical supply manufacturer and distributor with over 34,000 employees, working in 125+ countries. With the scale of one of the country’s largest companies and the agility of a family-led business, Medline is able to invest in its customers for the future and rapidly respond to a dynamically changing market with customized solutions.
