Assistant General Counsel

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do :

For 150 years, Watts has built best‑in‑class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting‑edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation – and we have a dynamic future ahead.

Watts is looking for an experienced attorney possessing prior experience with contracts, general corporate matters, securities and M&A.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES :

• Review, draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including customer and vendor agreements, R&D and license agreements and product warranties.
• Provide legal support for the Company's SEC filings, including Section 16 filings (Forms 3 / 4 / 5), Annual / Quarterly Reports on Forms 10‑K / Q, Current Reports on Form 8‑K, Proxy Statements, Form SD, and Registration Statements.
• Support all legal aspects for domestic and international mergers, acquisitions and divestitures.
• Oversee subsidiary management and corporate recordkeeping.
• Advise on relevant corporate governance, investor relations, insider trading and other public company policies and processes.
• Manage legal aspects of conflict minerals data collection and SEC reporting.
• Provide support to the Legal Department and / or the Americas business on other legal topics that may come up from time to time, including antitrust, corporate real estate, government contracting and regulatory and commercial matters.

EDUCATION :

Law degree (Juris Doctor) from an accredited law school.

MANAGEMENT :

None

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :

5+ years of experience in corporate, securities and M&A matters

Experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating a wide variety of commercial agreements and other contracts

Large law firm experience highly preferred

In‑house experience not required but a plus

Ability to provide practical legal advice to business personnel at all levels of an organization

Strong working knowledge of corporate, contract and federal securities laws

Excellent communication skills, both speaking and writing

Self‑starter with creative mind who takes initiative and ownership of projects while maintaining good communication with his / her supervisor

Experience working effectively with senior‑level management

Team player who is willing to pitch in wherever needed

Comfortable and confident in thinking independently and making his / her own decisions

Ability to quickly and accurately recognize areas of risk / opportunity

Creative thinker with strong problem‑solving skills

Well‑organized and able to work on tight timelines while handling multiple projects

Strong collaborator who works well cross‑functionally with both legal and business personnel

Willingness to travel periodically

Working Conditions :

While performing the job duties, you will be working in an office environment. You will be required to work in the office at the North Andover, MA location three days per week (Monday – Wednesday) and can work remotely two days per week (Thursday and Friday).

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain seated / standing at a desk or workstation for extended periods.

Ability to perform repetitive tasks like typing on a keyboard or using a mouse for extended periods.

Ability to read documents and communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with management, coworkers, and third parties.

Ability to operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers.

Ability to physically move around the office and occasionally lift and carry light objects, such as office supplies, documents, or small equipment.

Nothing in this job description restricts Watts' right to assign or reassign duties, responsibilities, or change the working hours / conditions for this position at any time. This position is "at will," which means that either the employee or Watts may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without.

The expected salary range for this position is $187,000-206,000 yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable laws.

Watts in it for you :

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits

Family building benefits, including paid maternity / paternity leave

10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off

Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement

Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs

Learn more about our benefit offerings here : https : / / tapintowattsbenefits.com /

How we work :

At Watts, our culture is team‑oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.

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