Assistant General Counsel, Corporate and Securities

Assistant General Counsel, Corporate and Securities

Chicago (35 W. Wacker Dr.)

Groupon is a marketplace where customers discover new experiences and services everyday and local businesses thrive. To date we have worked with over a million merchant partners worldwide, connecting over 16 million customers with deals across various categories.

We’re on a radical journey to transform our business with a relentless pursuit of results. Even with thousands of employees spread across multiple continents, we maintain a culture that inspires innovation, rewards risk‑taking, and celebrates success. The impact here can be immediate due to our scale and the speed of our transformation.

About the Role

We’re seeking a Senior Counsel or Assistant General Counsel, Corporate & Securities who is an exceptional legal strategist and a proactive business partner. This is a high‑impact, high‑visibility role for a leader who can not only manage our public company obligations but also drive efficiency and innovation in legal operations. You will be a key advisor to our senior leadership and Board of Directors, ensuring our corporate governance and transactions are executed with precision, speed, and strategic insight.

For anyone aspiring to become a General Counsel, this role offers unmatched visibility, strategic influence, and leadership opportunities both within the legal department and across the company.

At Groupon, we combine the scale and resources of a global organization with the agility of a startup. We value curiosity, ownership, and collaboration — and we’re passionate about helping local businesses thrive.

What You’ll Do

• Own the legal portions of all SEC filings (10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, proxy statements, registration statements) and ensure ongoing compliance with SEC and exchange requirements.
• Lead planning for the annual meeting of stockholders.
• Drive M&A, divestitures, strategic investments, corporate financings, and other complex corporate transactions from term sheet through closing.
• Negotiate and draft transaction agreements, disclosure documents, and corporate governance materials.
• Oversee Section 16 filings and related reporting obligations.
• Prepare and manage board and committee meeting materials in partnership with senior leadership.
• Manage global subsidiary governance, draft organizational documents, and maintain corporate records.
• Partner with Communications, Investor Relations, Accounting, Treasury, and Tax on cross‑functional initiatives.
• Control Corporate & Securities legal budgets, manage law firm relationships, and approve related expenses.

Key Outcomes You'll Be Accountable For:

• Corporate & Securities Excellence:
  Ensure 100% on‑time and accurate filing of all SEC documents.
• Strategic Transaction Velocity:
  Streamline the legal process for M&A and corporate transactions, reducing time to close by 15%.
• Board Governance Optimization:
  Implement systems to ensure all Board and committee materials are prepared and delivered at least 72 hours in advance of meetings.
• Operational Efficiency:
  Partner with legal operations to automate routine tasks, reducing administrative burden on the legal team by 25% within the first year.

What You’ll Do to Achieve These Outcomes:

• Lead Securities Filings:
  Take ownership of all aspects of SEC filings (10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K), leading the legal review and drafting process.
• Drive Strategic Transactions:
  Manage the full lifecycle of corporate transactions from due diligence to post‑closing integration.
• Partner with Leadership:
  Advise the Board of Directors, senior executives, and cross‑functional teams on corporate governance and public company obligations.
• Champion Innovation:
  Identify and implement legal tech and AI solutions to automate routine tasks and enhance the efficiency of the legal department.

What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 4+ years’ securities and capital markets experience (in‑house or at a law firm)
• Proven ability to independently manage complex filings and transactions
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills — able to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely
• Collaborative…