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Wattpad

Wattpad

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital platform for storytelling and content monetization

Compensation Overview

$120k - $180k/yr

Mid

Los Angeles, CA, USA

Category
Legal
Legal & Compliance
Requirements
  • Minimum of 2+ years of experience practicing corporate and securities law at a reputable law firm or in-house legal department.
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of federal securities laws, SEC regulations, Nasdaq rules, and corporate governance principles.
  • Demonstrated expertise in public company reporting, compliance, and corporate governance matters.
  • Excellent legal drafting and analytical skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, in English and Korean (fluency in Korean highly preferred but not required).
  • Strong project management skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
  • Demonstrated experience with EDGAR filings.
Responsibilities
  • Advise the company and senior leadership on all aspects of the business, assessing business risks and opportunities through a public company lens. This will include providing counseling, training, and general legal advice to the company on securities laws and requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with SEC and Nasdaq rules and regulations, staying abreast of any changes and advising the company accordingly.
  • Meticulously prepare, review, and submit all required SEC filings, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements, S-8s, and Section 16 filings.
  • Advise on and support the company's corporate governance policies and matters, and support the necessary controls, processes, and procedures. This includes overseeing policies and procedures relating to securities law compliance and disclosure matters, such as the administration of the company's Insider Trading Policy (pre-clearance reviews, open trading window management) and FD Policy.
  • Draft and manage all policies and procedures relating to the corporate and organizational governance of the company group, and analyzing and tracking related party transactions on a group-wide basis.
  • Review external communications, including press releases, investor presentations, and other announcements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Review and prepare Board and Committee agendas and materials, ensuring compliance with Board and Committee policies and charter documents.
  • Oversee, draft, and review documentation and materials in respect of corporate governance requirements and compliance, including the D&O questionnaires.
  • Draft Board and Committee meeting minutes, consents, resolutions, accurately reflecting discussions and decisions.
  • Partner with Investor Relations on compliance oversight, investor engagement activities, and the company's Annual Meeting.
  • Review and advise internal stakeholders with respect to investor presentations, offering materials, public announcements, earnings releases, and investor call scripts and other communications.
  • Advise on ISS/Glass Lewis voting policies and keep relevant teams informed of external governance trends, SEC and Nasdaq developments, and best practices.
  • Partner with the company's Human Resources team to advise on executive compensation practices, including senior management agreements, stock plan administration, executive agreements, incentive bonus plans and programs, severance plans, and related public company disclosure considerations.
  • Collaborate with Treasury and Accounting teams to ensure compliance with credit agreements, leveraging an understanding of accounting and corporate finance.
  • Work closely with internal audit, SOX, and compliance teams, advising on public company compliance matters.
  • Oversee and manage all aspects of the securities and capitalization table management function, including responsibility for management of outstanding securities (in electronic and paper form) with the company’s transfer agent.
  • Provide support to the company’s Treasury department, including capital markets and securities/debt offerings, credit agreements, and monitoring covenant compliance under the company’s credit facility and indentures.
  • Oversee subsidiary management, including maintaining compliance with corporate filings, international reporting requirements, and assisting with intercompany transactions.
  • Lead and support other projects from time to time.
  • Adhere to company values and all safety, environmental, security, and quality requirements.
Desired Qualifications
  • Fluency in Korean highly preferred but not required.

Wattpad connects a global community of 90 million readers and writers through storytelling. It provides a digital platform where users can create, share, and discover stories. Writers can showcase their work, while readers can find new and engaging content. Wattpad operates on a multifaceted business model, generating revenue through advertising, premium subscriptions, and content monetization. Users can access a free version supported by ads or opt for a premium subscription for an ad-free experience and additional features. The platform also partners with entertainment companies to adapt popular stories into books, movies, and TV series through Wattpad Studios, allowing writers to reach wider audiences. Additionally, Wattpad Books publishes popular stories from the platform, helping writers transition from digital to traditional publishing. Wattpad's goal is to support diverse voices and foster original storytelling in the digital content and entertainment market.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$717.8M

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

2006

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for interactive storytelling formats benefits Wattpad's chat-based stories.
  • AI-driven content creation tools enhance Wattpad's content library and user attraction.
  • Gen Z's preference for user-generated content aligns with Wattpad's core offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Executive turnover may lead to instability in leadership and strategic direction.
  • Departure of CFO Dan Budlovsky could impact Wattpad's financial strategies and stability.
  • Integration with WEBTOON may stretch resources and divert focus from core services.

What makes Wattpad unique

  • Wattpad connects 90 million global readers and writers through its storytelling platform.
  • Wattpad Studios adapts popular stories into books, movies, and TV series.
  • Wattpad Books publishes digital stories, supporting diverse voices in traditional publishing.

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Benefits

Competitive salary

Full health benefits

Career development & mentorship opportunities

RRSP matching

Generous parental leave

Flexible hours

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