Description:

The Governance & Securities team is seeking an experienced attorney to join a dynamic group of legal professionals who support An American Bank Holding Company Board of Directors, executive management and its public disclosure processes. This is a highly visible role within the organization requiring maturity and professionalism in interacting with executive leadership and the Board of Directors.

In this role, you will help to identify risks and solve problems alongside a team of world-class professionals. You will find that the Legal Department is not a “check the box” function but instead, an important voice and strategic partner in all aspects of the business. You will be a part of a collaborative environment that values your insight, encourages you to take on new responsibility, promotes continuous learning, and rewards innovation and intellectual curiosity.

Responsibilities:

Providing advice and counsel on a broad range of corporate governance and securities law matters, including governance and organizational documents, shareholder proposals, the annual stockholder meeting, and transactional and regulatory matters
Providing comprehensive logistical and legal support for An American Bank Holding Company Board and its committees, including agenda planning, drafting meeting minutes, resolutions, and other Board and governance related documents and materials
Supporting the drafting, review and related processes for a broad range of SEC filings, including, the proxy statement, Forms 10-Ks, 10-Qs and 8-Ks
Supporting a range of executive compensation and equity administration matters, including Section 16 filings and insider trading policies
Managing and overseeing the administration of corporate governance guidelines and corporate policies
Managing and coordinating outside counsel, when necessary

The successful candidate will have the following experience and skills:

Experience advising senior management and the board of directors on corporate governance and securities matters
Knowledge of current SEC and NYSE rules and regulations governing public companies
Experience with a broad range of SEC filings and other public disclosures
Ability to prioritize and manage a significant volume of projects on a broad array of topics with multiple and simultaneous deadlines
Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills
Strong project management and organizational skills with impeccable attention to detail
Ability to build collegial and effective relationships with business clients, attorneys, project managers, and corporate compliance professionals at all levels of the company

Basic Qualifications:

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Active member in good standing of at least one state bar
At least 5 years of experience as an attorney in an in-house counsel role or at a law firm
At least 5 years of experience in a corporate governance and securities law practice

Preferred Qualifications:

8+ years of experience in an in-house counsel role or combined experience at a law firm and in-house counsel role
Experience working on securities and corporate governance matters at a financial institution
Experience working directly with senior executives and the board of directors