General Counsel
12 - 15 years
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
Company Description
NioCorp Developments Ltd. (NASDAQ: NB) is an emerging leader in the development of critical minerals essential for advanced technologies.
Our flagship project, the Elk Creek Critical Minerals Project in southeastern Nebraska, is positioned to become a significant domestic source of niobium, scandium, and titanium—key materials used in aerospace, defense, electric vehicles, and clean energy systems.
NioCorp is a publicly traded company with a dedicated team focused on innovation, sustainability, and long-term value creation. As we move toward construction and production phases, we’re scaling up and seeking talented individuals ready to help build a cleaner, more secure supply chain for the materials the world needs most.
We are a small but fast-growing organization, offering the unique opportunity to work directly with experienced leadership and to make a tangible impact at a formative stage of our growth.
Role Description
NioCorp is seeking a highly capable General Counsel to lead all legal, compliance, and corporate governance matters.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and working closely with the Board of Directors, the General Counsel will serve as the company’s chief legal advisor and manage a broad range of legal issues associated with a small but growing public company operating in a highly regulated sector.
This is a hands-on executive position for someone who can combine strong legal judgment with business pragmatism, and who thrives in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Serve as the company’s principal legal advisor, providing strategic counsel to the CEO, CFO, and senior management
• Manage all aspects of corporate governance, including board and committee support, corporate records, D&O matters, and subsidiary management
• Oversee all public company securities law compliance, including review of SEC and Canadian filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, etc.)
• Support financing transactions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships
• Advise on risk management, regulatory and environmental compliance, land and mineral rights, and permitting
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including commercial, construction, vendor, employment, and licensing agreements
• Manage external legal counsel efficiently and cost-effectively
• Assist with corporate communications, including investor relations and public disclosures
• Develop and maintain compliance programs, ethics training, and company policies
• Stay current on legal developments affecting the critical minerals, energy, and mining sectors
Qualifications
• J.D. and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 10+ years of legal experience, including substantial time in a public company environment (in-house or advising as outside counsel)
• Deep understanding of U.S. securities law, corporate governance, and regulatory frameworks
• Experience in the mining, energy, infrastructure, or natural resources sectors is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound legal and business judgment
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across disciplines
Why Join NioCorp?
• Be part of a company shaping North America’s critical materials future
• Work with a collaborative, agile team and seasoned leadership
• Get in on the ground floor of a growth-stage, publicly listed company
• Salary range: $210,000-$280,000 annually, depending on experience. Eligible for equity-based incentive compensation. Benefits include health/dental/vision insurance, paid time off and 401 (k) with company match
• Opportunity for professional growth as we scale
• Opportunity for the role to grow into an officer-level position, subject to performance
NioCorp Developments Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
NioCorp Developments Ltd. (NASDAQ: NB) is an emerging leader in the development of critical minerals essential for advanced technologies.
Our flagship project, the Elk Creek Critical Minerals Project in southeastern Nebraska, is positioned to become a significant domestic source of niobium, scandium, and titanium—key materials used in aerospace, defense, electric vehicles, and clean energy systems.
NioCorp is a publicly traded company with a dedicated team focused on innovation, sustainability, and long-term value creation. As we move toward construction and production phases, we’re scaling up and seeking talented individuals ready to help build a cleaner, more secure supply chain for the materials the world needs most.
We are a small but fast-growing organization, offering the unique opportunity to work directly with experienced leadership and to make a tangible impact at a formative stage of our growth.
Role Description
NioCorp is seeking a highly capable General Counsel to lead all legal, compliance, and corporate governance matters.
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer and working closely with the Board of Directors, the General Counsel will serve as the company’s chief legal advisor and manage a broad range of legal issues associated with a small but growing public company operating in a highly regulated sector.
This is a hands-on executive position for someone who can combine strong legal judgment with business pragmatism, and who thrives in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Serve as the company’s principal legal advisor, providing strategic counsel to the CEO, CFO, and senior management
• Manage all aspects of corporate governance, including board and committee support, corporate records, D&O matters, and subsidiary management
• Oversee all public company securities law compliance, including review of SEC and Canadian filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, etc.)
• Support financing transactions, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships
• Advise on risk management, regulatory and environmental compliance, land and mineral rights, and permitting
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including commercial, construction, vendor, employment, and licensing agreements
• Manage external legal counsel efficiently and cost-effectively
• Assist with corporate communications, including investor relations and public disclosures
• Develop and maintain compliance programs, ethics training, and company policies
• Stay current on legal developments affecting the critical minerals, energy, and mining sectors
Qualifications
• J.D. and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction
• 10+ years of legal experience, including substantial time in a public company environment (in-house or advising as outside counsel)
• Deep understanding of U.S. securities law, corporate governance, and regulatory frameworks
• Experience in the mining, energy, infrastructure, or natural resources sectors is strongly preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound legal and business judgment
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate across disciplines
Why Join NioCorp?
• Be part of a company shaping North America’s critical materials future
• Work with a collaborative, agile team and seasoned leadership
• Get in on the ground floor of a growth-stage, publicly listed company
• Salary range: $210,000-$280,000 annually, depending on experience. Eligible for equity-based incentive compensation. Benefits include health/dental/vision insurance, paid time off and 401 (k) with company match
• Opportunity for professional growth as we scale
• Opportunity for the role to grow into an officer-level position, subject to performance
NioCorp Developments Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Skills
LegalMining