Corporate Counsel, Corporate Governance & M&A
Vmware Workspace One
We are Omnissa!
Omnissa is the first AI-driven digital work platform, built to support flexible, secure, work-from anywhere experiences. We integrate industry-leading solutions—including Unified Endpoint Management, Virtual Apps and Desktops, Digital Employee Experience, and Security & Compliance—into a seamless, autonomous workspace that adapts to how people work. Our platform boosts employee engagement while optimizing IT operations, security, and cost.
Guided by our Core Values—Act in Alignment, Build Trust, Foster Inclusiveness, Drive Efficiency, and Maximize Customer Value—we’re growing rapidly and committed to delivering meaningful impact. If you're passionate about shaping the future of work, we’d love to hear from you.
What is the opportunity?
As Corporate Counsel, Corporate Governance & M&A, you will play a central role in how Omnissa manages its legal entity structure, executes strategic transactions, and supports executive-level corporate governance. You will work directly with senior leadership, the finance team, and cross-functional stakeholders to support board and committee operations, oversee global subsidiary governance, and help execute M&A and other strategic corporate initiatives. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in complex, fast-moving environments and wants to help shape the corporate foundation of a global technology company.
Over time, this role will also provide leadership and oversight for key corporate governance support functions, creating an opportunity to take on people-management responsibilities alongside continued hands-on legal work. This role reports to our Senior Director and Deputy General Counsel. The Omnissa Legal Team values curiosity, exploration, and continuous learning. As part of a growing, dynamic team, you will have opportunities to expand your expertise beyond your assigned focus areas and contribute to impactful projects. Our team environment promotes autonomy and collaboration, making it an ideal place for those eager to grow and make meaningful contributions. Here's a breakdown:
- Own and manage the full range of corporate governance activities, including board and committee materials, minutes, resolutions, written consents, corporate policies, and governance best practices across the organization.
- Serve as a director, officer, or legal representative for multiple international subsidiaries, and support governance obligations across Omnissa’s global entity portfolio.
- Own legal entity governance for Omnissa’s global subsidiary structure, partnering closely with Finance, Tax, and other stakeholders on subsidiary maintenance, intercompany structuring, and expansion into new countries.
- Support strategic transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, strategic investments, and other corporate initiatives. Responsibilities include transaction‑related diligence, drafting, issue spotting, and cross‑functional coordination.
- Own and manage third‑party corporate diligence and information requests, including KYC, AML, and UBO inquiries, and build scalable processes and self‑help materials to streamline these workflows.
- Lead the design, documentation, and continuous improvement of corporate governance processes, tools, and templates to ensure consistency, efficiency, and scalability across the business.
- Support executive leadership with special projects related to governance modernization, entity simplification, compliance readiness, and corporate risk management.
- Contribute to legal team operational improvements, including thoughtful adoption of technology and automation to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
What will you bring to Omnissa?
- At least 7 years of corporate legal experience, including at least 4 years of in‑house experience at a technology company or equivalent senior‑level corporate and transactional experience.
- Strong experience in corporate governance and M&A, including end‑to‑end transaction support and corporate governance responsibilities.
- Experience managing a large portfolio of international subsidiaries, including governance, compliance, and ongoing legal entity maintenance across multiple jurisdictions.
- Experience supporting international expansion, including entity formation and governance setup in new countries.
- Working familiarity with corporate tax structures and operating models commonly used in multinational companies, such as buy‑sell and cost‑plus arrangements, and the ability to partner effectively with Tax and Finance teams on entity‑level considerations.
- Ability to operate autonomously on sophisticated matters and exercise sound judgment in fast‑moving, high‑stakes situations.
- Excellent drafting, organizational, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
Core Competencies:
- Practical, solutions‑oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal risk and business objectives.
- Strong organizational and project‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams.
- Effective collaborator who builds trust and credibility with cross‑functional partners at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to maintain clarity, professionalism, and momentum when navigating complex and time‑sensitive matters.
Bonus points if you have:
- Prior experience managing or mentoring legal professionals, including paralegals or corporate secretarial team members, or interest in growing into a people‑management role.
- Experience supporting private‑equity‑backed or high‑growth technology companies with complex global entity structures.
- Experience using AI tools in your daily legal work or helping design AI‑enabled workflows to streamline legal processes.
- Experience supporting cross‑border transactions and multi‑jurisdiction governance requirements.
- Familiarity with equity administration, cap table management, or executive compensation matters.
Location: Atlanta or USA
Location Type: Hybrid or Remote
Travel Expectations: 5%
Minimum Education: Juris Doctor
Compensation: The typical base salary for this role is between USD $152,812 – $254,687 per year and it may be eligible for participation in a corporate bonus program. Actual compensation offer may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, skill level, or other relevant factors. In addition to competitive compensation, Omnissa offers a variety of benefits such as employee ownership, health insurance, 401k with matching contributions, disability insurance, paid-time off, growth opportunities, and more.
Omnissa is an Equal Employment Opportunity company and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind:
Omnissa is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity and to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Omnissa are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, ethnicity, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past, present, or prospective service in the uniformed services, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Omnissa will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Omnissa welcomes applicants of all ages. Omnissa will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who have protected disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.
This job requisition is not eligible for employment-based immigration sponsorship by Omnissa.
