Rapid7 Director Corporate Securities Compliance Counsel 

United States, Massachusetts, Boston 

590935557

In this role you will:

• Provide legal advice with respect to matters arising under federal securities laws, SEC rules and regulations, SOX, securities exchange listing requirements, and review/prepare SEC filings such as Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, as well as proxy statements.

• Prepare, review and provide compliance and disclosure advice concerning Section 16 reporting, including the preparation of Forms 3, 4 and 5.

• Partner with our investor relations team on annual shareholder engagement efforts and review investor communications for compliance with securities laws.

• Monitor for significant developments in the legal and regulatory environment and help to formulate responsive company positions and strategies.

• Assist in implementing and enhancing Rapid7’s compliance program, including enterprise risk management.

• Assist with M&A, strategic investments, equity/debt financings, and other strategic transactions.

• Assist with our global entity management and governance for Rapid7 corporate entities.

• Partner closely with our stock administration team in equity administration and reporting.

• Lead and supervise other special or miscellaneous projects as needed.

Required skills:

• Admission to and in good standing with the Massachusetts bar (or equivalent with in house waiver/registration).

• 6+ years of experience at an in-house legal department or law firm

• 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

• Demonstrate financial literacy, comprehension/articulation of corporate finance disclosure issues and understanding of Delaware Corporation Law

• Ability to negotiate and balance legal constraints with business goals

• Strong attention to detail with an ability to provide clear “non-legalese” explanations to members of other teams, including senior management

• Results-oriented attitude, excellent decision-making, and ability to prioritize the highest impact initiatives

• Mentality that no task is too big or too small

• Ability to seek feedback when needed and opportunities to grow

• Highly organized, proactive, and motivated to take ownership and follow through on projects

• Very strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people, collaborate with diverse business groups, and build interdepartmental relationships at all levels.

• Attention to detail and a “can-do” attitude coupled with a sense of humor and team mentality.