Senior Counsel, Corporate

TL;DR

Senior Counsel, Corporate: Collaborate with the Corporate Legal team on acquisitions, investments, strategic transactions, financings, securities, tax matters, and corporate governance with an accent on M&A due diligence, transaction agreements, and post-closing integrations. Focus on negotiating equity and debt agreements, preparing SEC filings, managing international subsidiaries, and implementing AI efficiency initiatives.

Location: Los Angeles, New York, or San Francisco (office 4+ days per week per "Default Together" policy)

Salary: $213,000–$377,000 base annually (depending on pay zone: CA/WA/NYC higher) + RSUs

Company

Technology company behind Snapchat visual messaging app, Lens Studio AR platform, and Spectacles AR glasses.

What you will do

• Handle acquisitions: due diligence, draft/negotiate agreements, post-closing integration, and claims.
• Manage investments: review transactions, draft equity/convertible debt agreements.
• Support corporate finance: capital markets, debt issuance/repurchases, stock repurchases.
• Prepare SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and advise on securities law.
• Oversee corporate governance for Snap and subsidiaries, including local filings and records.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with execs, finance, tax, and others on business/legal issues.

Requirements

• J.D. from accredited law school + active U.S. State bar membership
• 8+ years practicing corporate law (in-house or law firm)
• Strong business judgment, attention to detail, practical/creative problem-solving.
• Ability to handle tight deadlines, juggle projects, communicate effectively, and use AI tools.
• Work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environment.

Nice to have

• 8+ years in M&A, investments, financings; leading strategic transactions.
• In-house experience at internet/e-commerce/tech company.

Culture & Benefits

• In-office collaboration 4+ days/week to build culture and values (Kind, Smart, Creative).
• Comprehensive medical coverage, paid parental leave, mental health support.
• Equity (RSUs), compensation sharing in long-term success.
• Diverse, inclusive environment; equal opportunity employer.