Director Securities & Corporate Governance

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 30 Nov 2026

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.

About the Role

The Director, Securities and Corporate Governance role supports the MiniMed business which became a newly established public company following its initial public offering in March 2026. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional with deep expertise in securities law to contribute to the strategic direction of a business undergoing a transformative period.

This position will report to the Deputy General Counsel, serving as a key legal advisor to the company. The successful candidate will work closely with the members of the legal team and business stakeholders on securities, corporate governance, strategic transactions, and entity management. The successful candidate will bring a results-oriented, business-minded focus with sophisticated legal judgment and the leadership skills necessary to successfully drive both legal and business strategy in this role.  This role will also support MiniMed’s General Counsel and staff in Board secretarial governance and management matters.

Why Join the MiniMed Legal Team?
This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of the MiniMed business during a pivotal time in its history. The successful candidate will play a critical role in building upon the legal and governance foundation for a successful, independent company. Working closely with cross-functional leaders and executive management, you’ll have the chance to work on high-impact, transformational projects while contributing to the company’s long-term success.

This role is hybrid and requires at least three days per week on-site at our Northridge, CA office.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned.

• Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations relevant to areas of responsibility, including securities laws and Nasdaq listing standards. 

• Advise on reporting/disclosure requirements, including the preparation of periodic reports and other filings required by the SEC and Nasdaq, including registration statements, Forms 10-K, Forms 10-Q, and Forms 8-K. 

• Lead the preparation of proxy statements, response to shareholder proposals, and annual shareholder meetings. 

• Advise on insider trading and Section 16 issues for directors and executive officers, including the preparation and filing of SEC filings, preparation of 10b5-1 plans and management of trading policies and procedures. 

• Provide legal and corporate governance support for matters related to the Company’s Board of Directors, including preparation of meeting materials. 

• Support the investor relations function on various matters, including with respect to the preparation and review of communications related to quarterly earnings, as well as materials for investor presentations. 

• Participate in shareholder communications and engagement. 

• Partner with cross-functional teams on various projects that present securities and/or corporate governance issues. 

• Advise on external governance trends, SEC and Nasdaq developments, and best practices in an evolving regulatory landscape. 

•  Partner with Human Resources team and have experience advising on company executive compensation practices, including senior management agreements, stock plan administration, executive agreements, incentive bonus plans and programs, severance plans and guidelines, and related public company disclosure considerations. 

• Support Treasury department, including with respect to financing transactions and credit facility compliance. 

• Ensure effective corporate governance by managing board and committee operations, maintaining corporate records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and advising leadership on governance and disclosure matters. 

• Provide legal support for M&A, divestitures, and other strategic transactions, including drafting and negotiating transaction agreements, advising on securities law disclosure and governance considerations, and similar related activities.  

• Stay updated on legislative, regulatory, and judicial developments impacting securities law and corporate governance, proactively advising the business to mitigate risks and maintain compliance.

• Mentor and provide guidance to junior legal professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performing legal team environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a top-tier law school and admitted to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 

• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience practicing in areas of securities, corporate governance, corporate transactions and executive compensation/benefits, with experience in large law firms as well as in-house counsel roles.
• 7+ years of leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with public or private company Boards of Directors, and executive-level management on corporate governance matters. 

• Strong judgment and ability to provide practical, effective counsel and find alternative solutions to problems. 

• Strong work ethic and team player with the ability to connect with people and build trust. 

• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a fast-paced environment, and to manage multiple projects simultaneously. 

• Good communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills within and across departments and externally; must be proactive in providing counsel to relevant stakeholders. 

• A solution-oriented team player, calm under pressure. 

• Executive Presence - Strong communication and presentation skills with senior executives and Board members.

• Time/Project Management: Effectively manage multiple, significant activities and respond to changing priorities with minimum disruption. 

• Problem Solver: Able to drive problem resolution in challenging situations.

Additional Information

• Travel may be required up to 20% to support business and legal needs.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

Benefits & Compensation

MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package

At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$191,000.00 - $325,000.00

For roles located in California, Seattle WA, Washington DC, Boston MA, and New York City, the salary range is $213,000 - $361,000 USD. 

Actual compensation may vary based on factors including experience, education, certifications, skills, market conditions, internal equity, and geographic location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others). 

This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Short Term Incentive (STI).This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan.

At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.

For further details about our comprehensive benefits, we encourage you to visit the link below.

MiniMed Benefits Overview

About MiniMed

MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.

Learn more about our business, and our mission here.

It is the policy of MiniMed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you are applying to perform work for MiniMed in any position which will involve performing at least two (2) hours of work on average each week within the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, you can find here a list of all material job duties of the specific job position which MiniMed reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. MiniMed will consider for employment qualified job applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.