Senior Counsel, ESG and SEC Reporting

At Intuitive, we are united behind our mission: we believe that minimally invasive care is life-enhancing care. Through ingenuity and intelligent technology, we expand the potential of physicians to heal without constraints.

As a pioneer and market leader in robotic-assisted surgery, we strive to foster an inclusive and diverse team, committed to making a difference. For more than 25 years, we have worked with hospitals and care teams around the world to help solve some of healthcare’s hardest challenges and advance what is possible.

Intuitive has been built by the efforts of great people from diverse backgrounds. We believe great ideas can come from anywhere. We strive to foster an inclusive culture built around diversity of thought and mutual respect. We lead with inclusion and empower our team members to do their best work as their most authentic selves.

Passionate people who want to make a difference drive our culture. Our team members are grounded in integrity, have a strong capacity to learn, the energy to get things done, and bring diverse, real world experiences to help us think in new ways. We actively invest in our team members to support their long-term growth so they can continue to advance our mission and achieve their highest potential.

Join a team committed to taking big leaps forward for a global community of healthcare professionals and their patients. Together, let’s advance the world of minimally invasive care.

Primary Function of Position:

This position will provide legal advice and counseling relating to Intuitive’s ESG and SEC reporting initiatives and activities through collaboration with global internal stakeholders, including Human Resources, Finance, Regulatory, Investor Relations, External Affairs, and Facilities. This Senior Counsel will also be a key member of the Corporate Law and Governance group and support the governance aspects of ESG and certain areas of SEC compliance, through support for the Board of Directors and its committees. This individual plays a critical role in the review and preparation of internal and external ESG and SEC reporting documents and communications. The Senior Counsel will also provide day-to-day guidance on existing and emerging environmental and corporate regulations, and advise on trends including in new areas of law.                                                                                                                             

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and advice to internal stakeholders on ESG and SEC reporting matters. Identify potential risks and provide recommendations for mitigating them. Remain current on ESG and SEC regulations, guidelines, and best practices;
• Ensure open and effective lines of communication and information reporting at all levels of the organization on key ESG topics;
• Provide legal and strategic advice on SEC Climate Disclosure Rules, SASB Standards, EU Taxonomy, CSRD, REACH, RoHS Directive, California Proposition 65, and emerging chemicals;
• Advise on aspects of corporate governance and Securities Exchange Act of 1934, Securities Act of 1933, and Nasdaq listing requirements compliance, including Board of Directors and stockholder matters, proxy statement, ESG Report, Section 16 reporting and compliance, 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and other SEC filings;
• Assist in environmental and ESG issues in responses to public tenders and government contracting on a global basis;
• Provide advice on core sustainability topics including waste, water, energy, and climate, as well as global ESG frameworks;
• Direct or support risk assessments, audit activities, third-party relationship management, due diligence, internal investigations, and remediation activities; and
• Act as a strategic advisor on a wide range of ESG topics, and manage workstreams and teams on program execution, including climate risk strategy, material development and oversight, and project management.

Skills and Job Requirements:

• BS/BA and JD degree required.
• At least eight years legal and compliance experience.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of legal requirements of various U.S. and international environmental laws including, but not limited to, SEC Climate Disclosures, California Climate regulations, EU Directive on Corporate Sustainability Reporting, EPA regulations, and other ESG laws.
• Familiarity with voluntary reporting frameworks such as the Carbon Disclosure Project, TCFD, and TNFD.
• Prior legal experience supporting product development, manufacturing, and supply chain preferred, including with respect to REACH, RoHS, California Proposition 65, and emerging chemicals.
• Prior experience advising public companies on the Exchange Act, Securities Act, and Nasdaq listing requirements.
• Ability to think strategically to resolve matters effectively and efficiently and to build collaborative relationships with senior management, business leaders, Supple Chain, Legal, and HR, while managing shifting priorities.
• Exceptional organizational skills, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously within a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong writing, presentation, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to develop and implement cross-functional processes.
• Some travel will be required.
• The preference is for candidates that can come to Sunnyvale or Peachtree.

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

Intuitive is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.

Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target salary ranges are listed.