Senior Director, Corporate and Securities Counsel

Senior Director, Corporate and Securities Counsel Location: Remote with preference for Northeast Corridor (2 days per month in New Haven, CT office) About Veradermics Founded in 2019, Veradermics, Incorporated (NYSE: MANE) is a well-funded, publicly listed company that offers the opportunity to work in a performance-driven, highly dynamic environment. At Veradermics, you can actively contribute to shaping the company culture, take on various roles and responsibilities, and grow professionally. Veradermics is a dermatologist-founded, late clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapeutics for pattern hair loss. Veradermics lead product candidate, VDPHL01, is as an oral, non-hormonal treatment for men and women with pattern hair loss (PHL). We are currently conducting three Phase 3 clinical trials as we work to deliver potentially transformative solutions and aspire to redefine the standard of care in dermatology. Learn more here. At Veradermics, we combine scientific rigor with a vision for impactful innovation to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients. Why Work at Veradermics You Can Be Part of a Meaningful Mission: Veradermics aims to become a leader in medical dermatology by bringing pharmaceutical innovation to the treatment of common skin conditions to improve the lives of patients. Veradermics is Growing: Veradermics is a dynamic and growing company; we are advancing our VDPHL01 Phase 3 clinical trials and preparing for commercialization. PHL affects approximately 80 million people in the U.S. alone. The Veradermics Culture: We are an innovative, collaborative, hard-working and performance-driven company that values the contributions of our employees and keeps our focus on patients We have been featured in Forbes, Allure, Marie Claire, Bazaar, Dermatology Times, the Slate, The New York Post, The Hartford Courant, The Kansas City Star, and other multi-media platforms. Position Overview Veradermics is seeking an attorney with securities and corporate governance experience to join the growing legal department and report directly to the General Counsel. The Senior Director, Securities and Corporate Counsel will be a strategic and senior-level legal role responsible for providing advice and guidance on SEC reporting and compliance, transactions, and corporate governance. This position requires a strong knowledge in SEC reporting and compliance. The individual will partner with key stakeholders, including executive leadership. This person will serve as a key legal advisor to support business leaders. Reports to: General Counsel Key Responsibilities Develop and provide advice regarding securities law disclosure/compliance, including Annual Reports on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K, and SEC registration statements, and drafting the annual meeting proxy statement and preparing for the annual meeting of shareholders Provide securities law advice and compliance guidance for earnings releases, investor materials, management presentations and other communications Provide legal support to the Board of Directors and Board committees, which includes advising on substantive legal matters; developing meeting agendas, and preparing materials for Board/Committee meetings Provide legal support on financings Provide legal advice and counseling with respect to equity-based compensation plans, executive compensation matters and Section 16 reporting Assist in the oversight of compliance of various corporate policies and programs, including insider trading, Regulation FD and shareholder engagement Monitor and maintain awareness of pending securities and corporate governance regulations and developments that are relevant to public companies Maintain corporate records and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements Advise on governance best practices Provide legal support for business development activities and other corporate transactions. Candidate Profile | Who You Are JD degree from an accredited law school with admission to practice law. 7 - 10 years of legal experience with a mix of large law firm and in-house experience at pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device companies with a focus on corporate, securities, capital markets and transactions. Strong ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive alignment. Experience operating in a small to mid-sized biotech environment, ideally contributing to the transition from late-stage development to commercialization Company Culture Veradermics is a small, tight-knit, high-performing team that works with urgency, positivity, and a deep sense of ownership. We set an exceptionally high bar for ourselves and seek someone who is energized by playing an integral role in a fast-moving organization at a pivotal moment in our trajectory—bringing curiosity, clarity, and a drive to get things done at the highest level. We value strong organization, thoughtful collaboration, and genuine investment in team success. Honest, direct communication is central to how we work and grow together. Accomplishing our collective goals will be fun but also complex. Location and Travel: Location: Remote with preference for Northeast Corridor Salary and Benefits Veradermics provides a comprehensive compensation package that includes a base salary, annual performance bonus eligibility, and access to the employee stock option plan. Robust benefits package, including health coverage, retirement benefit matching, dependent care FSA, and unlimited paid time off. Equal Opportunity Employer Veradermics is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.