Legal Counsel – Securities, Corporate Governance, Capital Markets

O-I

Legal Counsel providing strategic advice on securities and corporate governance for O-I. Collaborating across finance and law departments to ensure compliance and support transactions.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $160,000 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in securities law and corporate governance, with a strong focus on drafting and reviewing SEC filings and public disclosures. Proven ability to provide strategic legal counsel and manage corporate governance matters in a fast-paced environment.

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Juris Doctor (JD)Securities LawCorporate GovernanceSEC Filings PreparationPublic Company Legal Operations

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Hard Skills

Drafting SEC FilingsCorporate Legal DraftingRegulatory ComplianceCapital Markets TransactionsInsider Trading Policy ManagementBoard SupportShareholder Meeting PlanningGovernance Document MaintenanceLegal ResearchCorporate Secretarial Functions

Soft Skills

Exceptional Written CommunicationExceptional Verbal CommunicationHighly OrganizedDetail-OrientedStrong Interpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Board PortalsDocument Management SystemsSEC Reporting Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Membership in U.S. State Bar

Industry Keywords

Corporate Governance Best PracticesPublic DisclosuresRegulatory RequirementsShareholder EngagementProxy Advisor Considerations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide strategic legal counsel on a wide range of securities and corporate governance matters to support O-I’s global operations
Advising on securities law and corporate governance issues
Drafting and reviewing SEC filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Section 16 filings, registration statements, proxy statements, and other regulatory disclosures
Providing legal support for capital markets transactions and bank credit agreements
Ensuring public disclosures (e.g., press releases) meet SEC and other regulatory requirements
Managing the company’s insider trading policy and 10b5-1 trading plans
Overseeing public company obligations such as annual shareholder meeting planning, director and officer questionnaires, related party transactions, and compliance calendars
Supporting board and committee matters, including preparing materials, drafting minutes, and updating charters and policies
Advising on corporate governance best practices, shareholder engagement, and proxy advisor considerations
Maintaining and updating governance documents, policies, and internal guidelines
Supporting global entity management and corporate secretarial functions
Collaborating cross-functionally with finance, treasury, corporate accounting, investor relations, internal audit, and communications
Leading or contributing to special projects and initiatives as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with at least one U.S. state bar
3–8 years of relevant legal experience with a strong focus on securities, corporate governance, and capital markets—gained at a top-tier law firm and/or in-house at a public company
Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing SEC filings and public disclosures
Familiarity with public company legal operations, including board support and shareholder meeting planning
Proficient in general corporate legal drafting (e.g., resolutions, consents, minutes, charters, bylaws)
Strong understanding of evolving legal and regulatory developments, market trends, and governance practices
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
Strong interpersonal skills and business acumen
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Trusted to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
Experience with electronic board portals (e.g., Diligent, Boardvantage), document management systems, and SEC reporting tools (e.g., EDGAR).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vacation time and paid holidays
Medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage
Pre-tax accounts
Well-being program which includes opportunity to earn employer contributions
Life and AD&D Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) retirement saving plans with employer contributions
Financial advisors to assist with retirement planning and financial wellness
Employee Assistance Program