Senior Director, Senior Corporate Counsel
Location: Waltham
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Company Overview: Dyne Therapeutics is discovering and advancing
innovative life-transforming therapeutics for people living with
genetically driven neuromuscular diseases. Leveraging the
modularity of its FORCE™ platform, Dyne is developing targeted
therapeutics that deliver to muscle and the central nervous system
(CNS). Dyne has a broad pipeline for neuromuscular diseases,
including clinical programs for myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) and
Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and preclinical programs for
facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) and Pompe disease.
Role Summary: The Senior Director, Senior Corporate Counsel,
provides a wide range of corporate support for the organization,
with particular focus on securities, corporate governance,
corporate transactions, and general corporate matters. The person
in this role will be able to manage multiple priorities and work in
an environment with multiple stakeholders. In this role, you will
provide strategic legal advice and guidance to support Dyne
Therapeutics' business operations and corporate initiatives,
working both independently and collaborating with others within the
legal team as well as cross-functionally. This role is based in
Waltham, MA without the possibility of being remote. Primary
Responsibilities Include: Providing advice and counsel on company’s
compliance with applicable securities laws and NASDAQ rules and
regulations, including all periodic SEC 1934 Act filings Drafting
and/or reviewing (in collaboration with cross-functional team,
auditors and outside counsel, as appropriate) SEC filings,
including 10-K, 10-Qs, Proxy Statement, 8-Ks, Section 16 reporting
(Forms 3, 4 and 5), and ensuring compliance with SEC and NASDAQ
rules and regulations Supporting the company’s corporate governance
and corporate secretary matters relating to the company’s Board of
Directors and related committees, including Sarbanes Oxley
compliance. Assisting on executive and equity compensation matters
Supporting company’s trading preclearance process and collaborate
with finance on stock ownership and retention requirement
compliance Collaborating cross-functionally to advise on disclosure
matters, including earnings and other press releases,
presentations, posters, manuscripts, significant internal
communications and other announcements Providing support for
corporate transactions, including securities offerings, financings,
investments, licensing, acquisitions and divestitures and other
strategic transactions by conducting due diligence, drafting and
negotiating agreements, and providing legal advice on deal
structures Providing, as needed, legal support relating to business
development, compliance, corporate ethics, employment law, and GDPR
matters Advise on legal and regulatory risks associated with
product development, marketing, and commercialization activities,
and develop strategies to mitigate those risks Monitor changes in
laws and regulations that may impact Dyne Therapeutics' business
operations and develop policies and procedures to ensure
compliance. Manage relationships with external legal counsel and
other advisors to support the company's legal needs Education and
Skills Requirements: JD from accredited law school and license to
practice in at least one US jurisdiction 8 years’ experience in
securities and corporate governance matters in the biotech or
pharmaceutical industry Experience advising on securities
regulation, including securities law reporting, compliance and
disclosure issues, shareholder meeting matters, stock exchange
listing requirements, corporate governance, board matters, and
executive and equity compensation Experience with leading corporate
transactions Experience with privacy laws, such as GDPR A
dedicated, interactive, proactive, and practical individual with
the ability to counsel clients at all levels of the company with
clear and concise advice A proven multi-tasker in a fast-paced
environment Excellent communication, writing and computer skills
Strong knowledge of corporate governance, securities regulations,
and intellectual property law. Experience advising on corporate
transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, licensing
agreements, and strategic partnerships. Excellent negotiation and
problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and
collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Ability to
collaborate well with internal and external stakeholders Excellent
analytical, organizational and information-seeking skills; detail
oriented Exceptional business judgment, with the ability to think
strategically and give practical advice while balancing business
needs with legal risks LI-Onsite The statements contained herein
reflect general details as necessary to describe the principles
functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically
required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be
considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.
Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in
other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize
peak work periods or otherwise balance workload. This description
is not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of duties,
responsibilities, or requirements for the position. This position
may change or assume additional duties at any time. The employee
may be requested to perform different or additional duties as
assigned. All Employees are expected to adhere to all company
policies and act as a role model for company values. Dyne
Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer and will not
discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age,
color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual
orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by
federal, state, or local law.
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