About the role

  • Assistant Corporate Secretary supporting the governance of boards at SMBC Americas Holdings, Inc. Managing legal and corporate governance duties for BHC and related subsidiaries.

Responsibilities

  • Support the BHC and related subsidiaries’ Boards of Directors, as well as CoSec matters.
  • Draft and revise board-related policies and processes.
  • Create and maintain corporate records.
  • Execute on CoSec projects.
  • Advise on and manage corporate governance activities.
  • Assist with all aspects of board and board committee planning, including logistical management, interacting with presenters on meeting materials, drafting resolutions, assembling and distributing meeting materials, and minute taking.
  • Collaborate within the Legal department and across business and support functions to address legal and risk issues in a manner consistent with the best interests of the BHC.

Requirements

  • 2-3 years (minimum) of relevant experience at a law firm or in-house (or combination thereof).
  • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active member in good standing of at least one state bar (preferably New York or Delaware).
  • Able to work independently; exercise sound judgment, discretion, and decision-making.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage a substantial and varied workload with multiple and simultaneous deadlines.
  • Ability to identify and resolve issues related to corporate governance through research, analysis, and developing practical and well-reasoned solutions.
  • Excellent analytical, oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills; must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and externally.
  • Ability to work effectively and collegially in a complex, cross-matrixed environment with a high degree of collaboration.
  • Strong organizational skills; accuracy and attention to detail.
  • "Always learning" attitude about emerging trends and risks in corporate governance.

Benefits

  • Competitive portfolio of benefits

Job title

VP/Director, Assistant Corporate Secretary

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$165,000 - $200,000 per year

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

Location requirements

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