Description:

About Us:
There are more than 9 million immunocompromised people in the United States. Almost half a million of those represent a population that are moderately to severely immunocompromised and at highest risk for severe COVID-19, including stem cell and solid organ transplant patients as well as those with hematologic cancers.

At Invivyd, Inc., we take those numbers very seriously and we come to work each day on a mission to deliver protection from serious viral infectious diseases, beginning with SARS-CoV-2. Invivyd deploys a proprietary integrated technology platform unique in the industry designed to assess, monitor, develop, and adapt to create best in class antibodies. In March 2024, Invivyd received emergency use authorization (EUA) from the U.S. FDA for a monoclonal antibody (mAb) in its pipeline of innovative antibody candidates.

Join an incredible team of innovators, disrupters, predictive modelers, and antibody engineers who embrace a shared sense of ownership, a passion to save lives, think boldly and creatively, take targeted risks, are unafraid of failure, and welcome change as a positive catalyst to new opportunities.

Be part of making a difference. Be part of Invivyd.

Location: New Haven, CT (Northeast preferred)

Invivyd's headquarters is in New Haven, CT. This role will be hybrid with a mix of both onsite (New Haven, CT) and remote working.

The Director, Corporate Counsel will serve as a legal advisor on securities law and corporate governance matters, public company reporting obligations, Nasdaq compliance, and financing activities. Reporting to the SVP, Corporate Counsel, this position will be part of a dynamic Legal team.

The ideal candidate will have strong law firm experience in securities laws, Nasdaq listing requirements, corporate governance matters, and transactions; experience at biotech, biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical company(ies) is a plus.

The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, who is a strategic problem solver, and who is proactive, flexible, detail-oriented, and hands-on.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Providing advice on the company's compliance with applicable securities laws and Nasdaq rules and regulations
Drafting and/or reviewing SEC filings (in collaboration with cross-functional team, auditors and outside counsel, as appropriate), including 10-K, 10-Qs, Proxy Statements, 8-Ks, Section 16 reporting (Forms 3, 4, and 5), and ensuring compliance with SEC and Nasdaq rules and regulations
Assisting with preparing materials for and conducting annual stockholder meetings
Collaborating with the SVP, Corporate Counsel to support the Chief Legal Officer in maintaining and managing the company's corporate governance and corporate secretary matters relating to the company's Board of Directors and its committees, including Sarbanes Oxley compliance (e.g., drafting agendas, preparing or reviewing board mailing materials, supporting the drafting or reviewing of minutes and resolutions, maintaining board records)
Assisting on executive and director compensation matters, including providing advice and counsel on matters relating to plan documentation and related securities matters, including preparation of Form S-8 registration statements
Supporting insider trading prevention policy compliance, including trading window and preclearance processes; collaboratively drafting communications and providing trainings for the company regarding insider trading laws and requirements; supporting 10b5-1 plan requirements
Collaborating with the Legal team, Disclosure Committee and cross-functionally to advise on disclosure matters, including involvement in the review of earnings and other press releases, presentations, significant internal communications, and other announcements
Providing support for transactions, as needed, such as securities offerings, financings, investments, and/or other strategic transactions; supporting internal teams and leading due diligence activities; working with outside counsel, as appropriate
Supporting public company and other compliance efforts, including the development and ongoing review of policies, procedures, and corporate governance materials, as well as implementation of training initiatives
Building and supporting the culture of the Legal department as a valued business partner, by working collaboratively with key stakeholders (including senior management and other internal clients), gaining a deep understanding of the business and its needs, and implementing a pragmatic approach to advising consistent with those needs
Monitoring and keeping senior leadership apprised of securities laws and corporate governance trends and developments
Providing legal support for a diverse range of matters related to day-to-day operations of the company, as needed; collaborating cross-functionally with other departments, including Finance, Corporate Communications, Human Resources, and others on various projects, initiatives, and activities

Requirements:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school; be an attorney in good standing with license to practice in the state where you reside; and have the ability to obtain CT in-house counsel registration
A minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience at a law firm in a practice focused on serving biotech/biopharmaceutical/pharmaceutical U.S. public company clients
Experience at clinical-stage biotech or commercial-stage biotech/biopharmaceutical/pharmaceutical company(ies) is a plus
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the rules and regulations of the SEC under those acts, and of the requirements of Nasdaq, as well as Sarbanes Oxley
Have an understanding of the Delaware General Corporation Law and be proficient in the principles and practice of foundational aspects of corporate law
Have an understanding of the laws and regulations applicable to the development and commercialization of pharmaceutical products is a plus
Demonstrate financial literacy and comprehension and articulation of corporate finance disclosure issues, and comfort discussing financial statement concepts
Ability to contribute to discussions of general business issues, to work well with a wide range of clients, from senior executives to operating personnel, and to work independently as well as to lead a project from conception to completion
Ability to analyze complex legal and regulatory material, communicate the implications in clear and simple language, and recommend appropriate courses of action
Ability to use legal technology commonly leveraged to support a corporate governance and securities law practice, including familiarity with securities filing software, document management systems, and research resources, in addition to having general computer and MS Office skills
Manage outside counsel for cost-efficient, time-optimized and high-quality deliverables
Possess and demonstrate exceptional judgment, self-management, impeccable ethics, and a high degree of personal and professional maturity
Strong sense of accountability and ownership
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Exceptional multi-tasker with strong work ethic to deliver timely, high-quality work product
Positive, growth mindset
Thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment and view obstacles as opportunities; strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with demonstrated ability to think creatively
Proactive in identifying issues and offering pragmatic solutions for short and long-term success and growth for the business and Legal team
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills; highly collaborative and able to build strong relationships with colleagues; ability to effectively work independently and as a teammate in hybrid working environment
Team player willing to support the Legal team and business on broader initiatives and pitch-in where needed
Demonstrated ability to be a valued business partner, with interest and ability to learn the business and the science of the company
Have a high-quality and continuous improvement orientation, ensuring we are staying current with relevant laws, regulations, guidance, policies and codes in how we identify and mitigate risk and provide solutions to the business
Ability to periodically travel (e.g., to work on-site at Company headquarters in New Haven, CT as needed, attend company meetings and/or department meetings)

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At Invivyd we strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment. Here all applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Invivyd is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.