• Senior Corporate Counsel - Finance & Governance

    Ralliant (Raleigh, NC)


    Ralliant is seeking a talented and accomplished  **Senior Corporate Counsel** **–** **Finance & Governance**  to join its growing Legal team. Reporting to the Vice President, Assistant General Counsel – Finance & Governance, this role will serve as a strategic partner on public company compliance, corporate governance, M&A, and financing activity. This is a high-impact role designed for an attorney ready to help build and shape the legal infrastructure of a newly public company. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor, skilled project manager, and collaborative team member with a strong understanding of securities law and corporate transactions.

    Key Responsibilities

    Governance and SEC Compliance

    + Draft, review, and advise on SEC filings, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements, and earnings materials.

    + Support preparation and execution of Board of Directors and Board Committee meetings, including materials, minutes, and governance documentation.

    + Maintain and enhance corporate governance practices, including charters, policies, and insider trading programs.

    + Ensure compliance with NYSE listing standards, securities regulations, and disclosure controls.

    + Partner cross-functionally with Investor Relations, Finance, and Treasury on public disclosures and regulatory filings.

    Corporate Transactions and Strategic Support

    + Advise on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic investments—handling due diligence, contract negotiation, and integration support.

    + Draft and negotiate confidentiality agreements, NDAs, and corporate transaction documents.

    + Provide legal support for credit agreements, debt offerings, and other capital markets activities.

    + Collaborate with corporate development, finance, and tax teams on structuring and executing transactions.

    Advisory and Cross-Functional Partnership

    + Serve as a thought partner to the Assistant General Counsel and the Chief Legal Officer on governance trends, regulatory developments, and risk management.

    + Deliver legal guidance to senior leadership and business stakeholders that balance risk with strategic objectives.

     

    Candidate Profile

     

    The ideal candidate is a proactive, practical legal advisor with exceptional judgment and a passion for public company governance. You thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments and are eager to grow your impact as part of a lean, high-performing legal team.

    Required Qualifications

    + Juris Doctor (JD) from a top ABA-accredited law school with stellar academic credentials; admitted to practice in at least one U.S. state

    + Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, preferably with a top-tier law firm, in-house at a public company, or strong government agency (e.g., SEC) experience

    + Experience advising public companies on SEC regulations, corporate governance, and/or capital markets activity

    + Exposure to M&A transactions, including deal execution and integration

    + Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills

    + High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously

    + Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and build trusted relationships across all levels of an organization

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    Ralliant Corporation Overview

     

    Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life — faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most. At Ralliant we’re building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

     

    Bonus or Equity

     

    This position is also eligible for bonus and equity as part of the total compensation package.

    Pay Range

    The salary range for this position (in local currency) is 144,900.00 - 269,100.00