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We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant General Counsel (AGC) to join our Corporate Legal team. Reporting to the EVP, General Counsel & Secretary, the Assistant General Counsel (AGC) is responsible for a broad range of legal services to the company, both directly and in conjunction with outside counsel. There is a significant focus on SEC reporting requirements and public company regulatory compliance, including drafting the annual proxy statement, M&A, and general commercial counseling. Given this role serves as a business partner to Corporate and business units alike, it requires a highly effective collaborator.
This is an onsite position, based in our Stamford, CT headquarters office, just off of the highway and easily accessible via public transportation (train, etc.)
Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work with senior management, HR, compensation consultants, proxy advisors and others in organizing and drafting the proxy statement; assist in conducting the annual stockholders meeting.
• Support the D&O questionnaire process, and the Executive Officer and Director stock transaction approval process.
• Work with senior management and the finance department in drafting and reviewing Forms 10-K and 10-Q.
• Review press releases and drafting Forms 8-K; supervising preparation and filing of Forms 3, 4 and 5.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various agreements, including commercial sales contracts, confidentiality agreements, commercial real estate agreements, license agreements and employment related agreements.
• Provide corporate governance advice to the organization, including preparation of resolutions, policies, and procedures
• Assist in the Company’s M&A activity, including active involvement in due diligence review and drafting and negotiating transaction documents. This is a meaningful part of the role, given the Company’s current growth mode and ongoing pursuit of inorganic, profitable growth opportunities.
• Develop practical solutions and communicate same to the business clients, including senior management.
• Enhance the effectiveness of the Law Department through participation in staff meetings, training, and positive interaction with Corporate and business clients. Develop a keen understanding of the Company’s business strategy and its business system.
  
  

Qualifications and Competencies:

• JD from an accredited law school and licensed to practice in Connecticut (or willing to obtain an in-house limited license).
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience as an attorney with a mix of top law firm experience and working in-house in a publicly traded corporation preferred .
• Proven knowledge and understanding of securities laws and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to be a proactive team player and partner effectively with our internal clients in a collaborative environment to achieve stated business objectives while minimizing risks.
• Self-starter with a sense of urgency, ability to prioritize, handles unanticipated situations effectively and works well under pressure in a demanding multi-client environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to convert complex legal concepts into useful business guidance and the ability to engage personnel across all levels of the Company.
• Commitment to the highest standards of ethical conduct.
• Highly motivated and positive attitude.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive legal matters.
• Ability to analyze a situation, identify issues and propose practical solutions.
• Occasional domestic and international travel is required.
  
  

Crane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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