Description
The Governance and Securities team at Capital One is seeking an experienced attorney to join a dynamic group of legal professionals who support the company's Board of Directors and corporate governance framework.
You will serve as a trusted legal advisor to the Board, its Committees, and senior management on corporate governance matters, and as an important member of the team responsible for Board management and logistics.
Responsibilities:
- Providing strategic advice and counsel on a broad range of corporate governance matters, including fiduciary duties, corporate governance guidelines, and best practices for Capital One's Board, Board Committees, senior management, and other internal clients
- Keeping current on governance issues, trends, and topics, and drafting Board and Committee materials on governance-related matters
- Managing director onboarding, orientation, and ongoing education programs
- Providing comprehensive logistical and legal support for the Board, including participating in the agenda-setting process, meeting execution, and drafting minutes and resolutions, scripts, and other legal and governance documents
- Managing the annual stockholder meeting and preparing related materials
- Managing the administration of corporate governance guidelines and other corporate policies
- Leading and delivering against other ad hoc projects that may arise, working with multiple stakeholders
- Managing and coordinating outside counsel, when necessary
The successful candidate will have the following experience and skills:
- Demonstrated expertise in the corporate governance field, including familiarity with Delaware law, other regulatory requirements, and fiduciary duties
- Experience supporting boards of directors and board committees
- Experience in an in-house legal department or corporate secretary office advising senior management on governance frameworks and policies
- Knowledge of current SEC and NYSE regulations and requirements
- Ability to build collegial and effective relationships with business clients, attorneys, project managers, and corporate compliance professionals at all levels of the company
- Ability to manage multiple projects, take on new responsibilities, and handle novel issues
- Ability to prioritize and manage a significant volume of legal questions on a broad array of topics with multiple and simultaneous deadlines
- Ability to rapidly synthesize new information and make timely decisions based on that information
- Proven ability to operate effectively in a complex, highly-regulated, and evolving environment
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Strong organisational skills with impeccable attention to detail
- Excellent analytical, oral, and written communication skills
Basic Qualifications
- Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
- Active member in good standing of at least one state bar
- At least 4 years of experience in an in-house counsel role or at a law firm
- At least 4 years of experience in a corporate governance and securities law practice
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in an in-house counsel role or combined experience at a law firm and in-house counsel role
- Experience working on corporate governance matters at a financial institution
- Experience working on executive compensation matters
- Experience with 1934 Act reporting requirements and supporting investor relations
- Experience working directly with senior executives and the board of directors
Salary Information:
- McLean, VA: $200,700 - $229,100 for Sr. Manager, Sr. Counsel
- New York, NY: $219,000 - $249,900 for Sr. Manager, Sr. Counsel
- Richmond, VA: $182,500 - $208,300 for Sr. Manager, Sr. Counsel
Benefits:
- Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well-being.