About the Role: Aviat Networks is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Counsel to join our team. This generalist position will report directly to the General Counsel and serve as a key contributor in supporting the Company's public company obligations, global subsidiary operations, intellectual property management, M&A activities, corporate governance, litigation and compliance functions. The ideal candidate will be a business-minded attorney with a background in securities law, corporate governance, and cross-functional legal support. This is a high-visibility role with opportunities for direct interaction with senior leadership, including the Board of Directors.
Responsibilities:- Support the General Counsel in preparing SEC filings.
- Lead the coordination and drafting of the Company's annual proxy statement and manage the annual shareholder meeting, including interaction with vendors, the inspector of elections, and internal stakeholders.
- Draft Board and Committee resolutions and meeting minutes; coordinate annual Board and Committee evaluations and support director onboarding.
- Draft and collect annual director and officer questionnaires and assist with ongoing governance and compliance requirements.
- Support the Company's intellectual property portfolio.
- Provide legal support throughout all stages of M&A transactions, including preparing NDAs, conducting due diligence, summarizing findings, drafting transaction documentation, and assisting with closing logistics.
- Lead legal department integration efforts post-closing.
- Support the legal and governance needs of the Company's domestic and international subsidiaries, including corporate maintenance, registrations, and cross-border coordination.
- Assist with internal investigations and provide legal guidance on compliance-related matters, including ethics, anti-bribery/anti-corruption, and conflicts of interest.
- Support various business units in company-wide policy management.
- Manage litigation and dispute matters, including coordinating with outside counsel and overseeing discovery and document production.
- Supporting internal stakeholders with risk assessments and strategic decision-making.
- When needed, draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts to support global business operations.
- Serve as a legal partner to business units, providing practical, solution-oriented legal advice.
Qualifications & Competencies:- Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
- 2+ years of relevant experience.
- Familiarity with SEC reporting and public company governance.
- Understanding of M&A transactions.
- Outstanding judgment, integrity and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and project management skills.
- Ability to draft clear and concise legal documents.
- Strong presentation skills for internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to respond confidently to inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, and the business community.
- Strong understanding of financial and commercial matters, including costs, profits, and new business opportunities.
- Experience in negotiating complex commercial contracts, ensuring clarity and thoroughness in capturing agreed terms.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to break down complex issues into actionable steps.
- Able to maintain composure and objectivity in high-pressure situations; consistently performs well under stress and accepts feedback constructively.
- Ability to make informed, sound decisions quickly, even with limited information.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across diverse cultures and organizational levels.
- Collaborative team player who supports others and shares information to achieve common goals.
- Able to adapt to changing demands and business priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, including after-hours calls or meetings as needed.
- Ability to stay updated on relevant legal trends, regulations, and industry developments.
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