What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Counsel position at Dolby?
Corporate Counsel
Date : Jan 27, 2025
Company : Dolby Laboratories, Inc.
Join the leader in entertainment innovation and help us design the future. At Dolby, science meets art, and high tech means more than computer code. As a member of the Dolby team, you’ll see and hear the results of your work everywhere, from movie theaters to smartphones. We continue to revolutionize how people create, deliver, and enjoy entertainment worldwide. To do that, we need the absolute best talent. We’re big enough to give you all the resources you need, and small enough so you can make a real difference and earn recognition for your work. We offer a collegial culture, challenging projects, and excellent compensation and benefits, not to mention a Flex Work approach that is truly flexible to support where, when, and how you do your best work.
The Legal Department provides core legal support to all Dolby functions, runs several IP-centric businesses, and leads government relations.
Dolby is seeking a corporate attorney to support a wide range of corporate, securities, M&A, and corporate governance activities. The Corporate Counsel will be exposed to a variety of legal and business matters.
Role and Responsibilities :
- Lead and manage Dolby’s strategic investments in other entities and M&A transactions from letter of intent to closing, and support the integration of acquired entities.
- Work collaboratively with the finance, people, real estate, stock administration, and other cross-functional teams on a variety of matters.
- Assist with the company’s NYSE submissions and SEC filings, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, risk factors, 8-Ks, proxy statements, and Section 16 reporting.
- Support the preparation of board and committee meeting materials and minutes and provide general board and committee support.
- Provide practical, actionable advice and strategic support to executives and employees on a variety of corporate and securities matters.
- Advise on investor relations and corporate communications matters, including review of earnings announcements, earnings scripts, press releases, investor presentations, investor communications, public announcements, internal communications, and other materials.
- Manage and oversee the governance and administration of global corporate subsidiaries.
- Monitor, track, and advise on potential impacts of new and proposed corporate and securities laws to ensure continued compliance.
- Stay up-to-date on governance trends, general legal issues, and best practices, and recommend changes to Dolby’s programs or policies if advisable.
Qualifications / Skills :
The San Francisco / Bay Area base salary range for this full-time position is $184,000 - $253,000, which can vary if outside this location, plus bonus, benefits, and some roles may also include equity. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, competencies, experience, market demands, internal parity, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and perks and benefits for your location during the hiring process.
Dolby will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of San Francisco Police Code, Article 49, and Administrative Code, Article 12.
Equal Employment Opportunity :
Dolby is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our success depends on the combined skills and talents of all our employees. We are committed to making employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, family status, medical condition, disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.
Nearest Major Market : San Francisco
Nearest Secondary Market : Oakland
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Salary : $184,000 - $253,000
