Director, Corporate Securities & Governance Counsel

OverviewCytokinetics is a specialty cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company, building on its over 25 years of pioneering scientific innovations in muscle biology, and advancing a pipeline of potential new medicines for patients suffering from diseases of cardiac muscle dysfunction. At Cytokinetics, each team member plays an integral part in advancing our mission to improve the lives of patients. We are seeking tenacious, compassionate, and collaborative individuals who are driven to make a positive impact. Cytokinetics is seeking an experiencedCounsel, Corporate Securities & Governanceto support public company SEC compliance, corporate governance, Board of Directors administration and strategic financial transactions. This role will serve as a key legal partner to Finance, Investor Relations, and Executive Leadership, ensuring compliance with U.S. securities laws and supporting capital markets activities. This position will report to the SVP, Deputy General Counsel and Corporate Secretary.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare SEC filings, including Exchange Act reporting (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K), proxy statements, and Section 16 filingsAdvise on disclosure controls and procedures, earnings releases, investor presentations, and investor communicationsSupport capital markets transactions, including equity offerings, debt financings, and other programsAdvise on corporate governance matters, including Board and committee support, charter documents, and corporate policiesPartner closely with Finance, Accounting, Investor Relations, HR, and external counsel to ensure accurate and timely disclosuresMonitor and advise on developments in securities law, SEC rules, and governance best practicesSupport insider trading compliance, equity compensation matters, and Rule 10b5-1 plansAssist with ESG disclosures and related governance initiatives, as applicableQualificationsJ.D. from an accredited law school; active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction6+ years of relevant Corporate Securities experience, including public company securities workExperience at a leading law firm and/or in-house at a publicly traded company; life sciences or biotech experience strongly preferredDeep knowledge of U.S. securities laws, SEC reporting requirements, and corporate governanceExperience supporting capital markets transactions and interacting with senior executives and boardsStrong drafting, analytical, and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities with a high degree of accuracy and judgmentPay Range In the U.S., the hiring pay range for fully qualified candidates is $256,500-$299,250 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.Our employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. We are looking for the best candidates for our open roles, but do not expect applicants to meet every qualification in order to be considered. If you are excited about what you could accomplish at Cytokinetics and believe you can add value to our team, we would love to hear from you.Please review our General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) policy PRIOR to applying.Our passion is anchored in robust scientific thinking, grounded in integrity and critical thinking. We keep the patient front and center in all we do – all actions and decisions are in service of the patient and their caregivers. We champion integrity, ethics, doing the right thing, and being our best selves.Fraud Warning: How to Identify Impersonated Cytokinetics Job Postings and OffersRecently, there have been fraudulent employment offers being sent to candidates on behalf of Cytokinetics. Please be advised that all legitimate offers from Cytokinetics will come directly from our official email domain (Cytokinetics.com) and will only be made after completing a formal interview process.Here Are Some Ways To Check For AuthenticityWe do not conduct job interviews through non-standard text messaging applicationsWe will never request personal information such as banking details until after an official offer has been accepted and verifiedWe will never request that you purchase equipment or other items when interviewing or hiringIf you are unsure about the authenticity of an offer, or if you receive any suspicious communication, please contact us directly at talentacquisition@cytokinetics.comPlease visit our website at: www.cytokinetics.comCytokinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer#J-18808-Ljbffr