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The Trade Desk

Associate General Counsel, Corporate

corporate lawsecurities lawM&Aequity financingdebt financingSEC filingslegal advisorcontract negotiationcorporate governanceexecutive compensationlegal compliancepublic companylegal leadership

Key details

Salary

$151K – $277K

Employment type

Full-time

Seniority

Senior

Years experience

5-10

Location

Irvine, United States

Full job description

The Trade Desk seeks a senior corporate attorney with 8+ years of experience in-house or at a recognized law firm. The role involves advising on corporate and securities law for a public company, including SEC filings, M&A, equity and debt financings, and commercial contracts. The attorney will support strategic transactions, partner with business teams on equity matters, and advise on governance, executive compensation, and compliance. Requires admission to practice in New York or California, a JD from a top U.S. law school, and strong legal and interpersonal skills. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and stock purchase plans. Salary range is $151,100 to $277,000 USD. Location: Irvine, California.

What you'll do

  • Serve as a trusted legal advisor to Corporate Development, Finance, Investor Relations, Equity, Business Development, and Client Services teams on complex, high-impact matters
  • Advise on corporate and securities law matters for a public company, including preparation and review of SEC filings and compliance with stock exchange listing requirements
  • Lead and support M&A, strategic transactions, and related financings from diligence through closing and integration
  • Draft and negotiate definitive agreements, manage outside counsel, and advise on integration-related legal, governance, and risk issues
  • Support equity and debt financings and strategic venture investments in partnership with Corporate Development and Finance teams
  • Partner closely with Investor Relations, Equity, and People teams on equity-related matters including equity plan administration and employment-related equity arrangements
  • Structure, draft, review, negotiate, and manage a broad range of commercial and strategic agreements including joint business proposals, advertising agreements, NDAs, and other complex commercial contracts
  • Advise senior leaders on corporate governance, executive compensation, company policies, global entity management, ESG, and evolving legal and regulatory requirements
  • Proactively identify opportunities to enhance corporate legal processes, scalability, and operational efficiency
  • Monitor and assess legislative and regulatory developments affecting the company and provide actionable guidance on risk, compliance, and strategic implications
  • Demonstrate leadership within the legal team by collaborating with other attorneys, setting best practices, and contributing to a collaborative, solutions-oriented legal culture

Requirements

  • 8+ years of in-house experience, or a combination of in-house and experience at an internationally/nationally recognized law firm
  • Admitted to practice in New York or California or eligible to register as In-House Counsel in New York or California
  • Juris doctorate from a top U.S. law school
  • Significant experience in corporate, securities, and transactional matters, including M&A and equity and debt financings
  • Experience with equity compensation and tax matters preferred
  • Experience with post-merger integration and scaling legal processes in a growing company environment is a plus
  • Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with senior business leaders on complex, fast-moving transactions
  • Strong legal skills in structuring, drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of corporate and commercial technology agreements
  • Proven ability to balance legal risk with business objectives in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent business judgment and commitment to delivering timely, high-quality legal advice
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, grounded in kindness, humility, and approachability
  • Please include a cover letter outlining your interest in the role

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with premiums paid in full for employees and dependentsRetirement benefits such as a 401k plan and company matchShort and long-term disability coverageBasic life insuranceWell-being benefitsReimbursement for certain tuition expensesParental leaveSick time of 1 hour per 30 hours workedVacation time for full-time employees up to 120 hours through the first year and 160 hours thereafterAround 13 paid holidays per yearEmployee Stock Purchase Plan allowing purchase of company stock at a discountVariable compensation-based incentives and commissions depending on role

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