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Robert Half Legal is partnering with a highly regarded investment organization focused on building and scaling innovative healthcare and life sciences companies. Our client is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join its legal team and provide strategic support across venture investments, company formation, fund operations, and corporate governance matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys working at the intersection of venture capital, emerging companies, and investment management. The position offers direct collaboration with senior leadership, investment professionals, finance teams, and portfolio company executives, along with significant long-term growth potential.
Job Responsibility
Draft, review, and negotiate venture capital investment documents, financing agreements, term sheets, and related transaction materials
Support the formation, organization, and ongoing management of newly created portfolio companies and investment vehicles
Partner closely with investment, finance, compliance, and company-building teams throughout the investment lifecycle
Assist with legal matters involving venture financings, corporate governance, capitalization structures, and strategic transactions
Prepare investment authorizations, corporate records, resolutions, and supporting legal documentation
Manage and negotiate non-disclosure agreements and a variety of commercial agreements
Coordinate with outside counsel on transactional, regulatory, and corporate matters
Support fundraising efforts and legal operations related to private investment funds
Assist with public company compliance matters for portfolio companies, including Section 13 and Section 16 reporting, director and officer questionnaires, and related securities law requirements
Contribute to the development and implementation of internal legal, compliance, and operational policies and procedures
Provide ongoing legal guidance to business teams as the organization's investment platform continues to grow
Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active bar membership in good standing
3-7 years of experience practicing corporate, venture capital, securities, private equity, or transactional law
Strong understanding of private financings, corporate governance, and commercial transactions
Experience reviewing and negotiating complex legal agreements
Excellent analytical, drafting, communication, and negotiation skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Advanced organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Experience working with investment funds, fund formation, public company reporting, or emerging-growth companies is highly desirable but not required
Proficiency with capitalization tables and related financial concepts is a plus
Nice to have
Experience working with investment funds, fund formation, public company reporting, or emerging-growth companies
Proficiency with capitalization tables and related financial concepts
What we offer
Annual Bonus: Target bonus opportunity of approximately 20%
Potential participation in carried interest programs and future investment opportunities
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement benefits and flexible PTO and paid holidays
Additional perks and long-term growth opportunities within a highly successful investment platform