Corporate Counsel, Executive Compensation & Corporate Governance
Veracyte, Inc. · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $220,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Advise on executive compensation and benefits.
- Provide corporate governance and securities advice.
- Ensure ERISA and regulatory compliance.
- Partner with HR, Finance, and leadership.
- Remote work available with competitive salary.
About the role
About Veracyte
Veracyte is a global diagnostics company dedicated to transforming cancer care worldwide. We provide clinicians with crucial insights to guide patients through diagnosis and treatment. Our platform utilizes genomic and clinical data, advanced bioinformatics, and AI to develop high-performing cancer tests. We focus on driving durable reimbursement, guideline inclusion, and continuous innovation.
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The Position
Veracyte is seeking an experienced attorney for the Legal Department as Corporate Counsel, Executive Compensation & Corporate Governance. This role serves as a trusted advisor to Human Resources and Executive Management on employee compensation and benefits, executive and director compensation, and ERISA compliance. You will provide legal guidance on governance, tax, disclosure, and regulatory issues, collaborating closely with Human Resources, Finance, and senior leadership.
What You'll Do
Executive & Director Compensation / Employee Benefits:
- Advise on the design, implementation, administration, and governance of employee compensation, health and welfare, and retirement benefit plans, including equity incentive plans, ESPPs, and deferred compensation arrangements.
- Provide legal support on executive and director compensation programs, including severance, change-in-control, and employment arrangements.
- Advise on 401(k) and welfare plan governance, fiduciary oversight, and related ERISA matters.
- Ensure compliance with ERISA, the Internal Revenue Code, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and other applicable laws and regulations.
- Monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory developments affecting compensation and benefits programs.
- Support M&A activity in close collaboration with Human Resources.
Public Company / Governance / Securities:
- Provide legal advice on compensation-related disclosure and corporate governance matters, including the Company’s Annual Proxy Statement and annual shareholder meeting.
- Support Section 16 compliance, including preparation and filing of Forms 3, 4, and 5.
- Advise on insider trading compliance and review and administer Rule 10b5-1 trading plans.
- Assist with Nasdaq listing standards and corporate governance requirements.
- Advise on executive and equity compensation aspects of M&A activity.
- Supervise a paralegal supporting subsidiary management.
Cross-Functional Partnership:
- Partner closely with Finance, Human Resources (including Total Rewards and Global Equity Plan Services), payroll, tax, treasury, and accounting on global equity incentive plans, executive compensation, and employee benefits matters.
- Keep key internal stakeholders informed of relevant legal, regulatory, and governance developments.
Who You Are
- Juris Doctor degree and licensed to practice law.
- 8 years of relevant experience (law firm or public company) in corporate, securities, executive compensation, or global equity incentive compensation.
- Sound legal and business judgment, with discretion in handling sensitive matters.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative, service-oriented approach.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Proactive problem-solver balancing legal risk and business needs.
- Intellectual curiosity, flexibility, and desire to learn and grow.
- Strong project management skills, responsive and with follow-through.
- Ability to work effectively remotely and collaborate across time zones.
- A good business partner and a good human.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary ranges vary by location:
- San Diego Office: $210k - $225k
- South San Francisco Office: $220k - $250k
- Remote (US): $200k - $220k
The final salary will depend on experience, skills, location, industry, and education. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and restricted stock units.
What We Can Offer You
Veracyte offers significant career opportunities for curious, driven, and patient-oriented individuals. We provide competitive compensation and benefits and are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and empowering workforce. We are proud to be recognized as a 2024 Certified™ Great Place to Work® in the US and Israel.
Key skills/competency
- Executive Compensation
- Corporate Governance
- ERISA Compliance
- Securities Law
- M&A Support
- Employee Benefits
- Public Company Disclosure
- Section 16 Compliance
- Rule 10b5-1 Plans
- Legal Counsel
Skills & topics
- Corporate Counsel
- Executive Compensation
- Corporate Governance
- ERISA
- Securities Law
- Employee Benefits
- Public Company
- Legal Advisor
- M&A
- In-House Counsel
How to get hired
- Research Veracyte's culture: Understand their values, mission, and commitment to transforming cancer care.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 8+ years of experience in executive compensation, corporate governance, and securities law, emphasizing public company advisory.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Showcase your legal and business judgment, collaborative approach, and proactive problem-solving skills.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss how you balance legal risks with business needs and work effectively in a remote, cross-functional team.
- Understand compensation structure: Be aware of the salary ranges for the specified locations and remote work.
Technical preparation
Review ERISA and tax code regulations.,Study Section 16 and Rule 10b5-1 compliance.,Familiarize with equity incentive plan designs.,Understand Nasdaq listing and governance rules.
Behavioral questions
Describe handling confidential information professionally.,How do you balance legal risk with business needs?,Give an example of prioritizing multiple matters.,Discuss collaborating with HR and Finance teams.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus for the Corporate Counsel, Executive Compensation & Corporate Governance role at Veracyte?
- The Corporate Counsel, Executive Compensation & Corporate Governance at Veracyte will serve as a key advisor on employee compensation and benefits, executive and director compensation, ERISA compliance, and related corporate governance, tax, disclosure, and regulatory matters. This role requires close collaboration with Human Resources, Finance, and senior leadership.
- What are the key responsibilities for the Executive Compensation and Corporate Governance attorney at Veracyte?
- Key responsibilities include advising on compensation and benefits plans (equity, retirement, health), executive and director compensation programs, ERISA compliance, public company disclosure, Section 16 compliance, insider trading policies, Nasdaq listing standards, and supporting M&A activities from a compensation and governance perspective. You will also supervise a paralegal for subsidiary management.
- What qualifications are necessary to be considered for the Corporate Counsel position at Veracyte?
- A Juris Doctor degree and active law license are required. Veracyte seeks at least 8 years of relevant experience, ideally from a top-tier law firm or in-house at a public company, with expertise in corporate, securities, executive compensation, and global equity incentive compensation matters. Strong legal judgment, communication skills, organizational abilities, and a proactive, collaborative approach are also essential.
- Does Veracyte offer remote work options for the Corporate Counsel role?
- Yes, Veracyte offers a remote work option for this Corporate Counsel position for candidates based in the US. The salary range for remote US-based employees is $200,000 - $220,000 USD.
- What is the expected salary range for the Corporate Counsel, Executive Compensation & Corporate Governance position?
- The salary range varies by location: $210k-$225k for San Diego, $220k-$250k for South San Francisco, and $200k-$220k for remote US-based candidates. The final offer depends on factors like experience, skills, and location. The role may also include bonuses and restricted stock units.
- How does Veracyte support employee growth and development in this role?
- Veracyte is committed to employee growth within a purpose-driven environment. The company offers significant career opportunities and encourages continuous learning and development. The role itself involves working across a variety of legal issues, fostering intellectual curiosity and a desire to grow.
- What is Veracyte's culture like, and how does it relate to this Corporate Counsel position?
- Veracyte's culture is built on values like seeking a better way, making things happen, being stronger together, and caring deeply. As Corporate Counsel, you'll embody these values by acting as a trusted advisor, collaborating effectively with internal teams, and contributing to a purpose-driven mission of transforming cancer care.