Corporate Secretary
- $65,000 - $80,000
- Wheaton, IL
A bit about us:
As a Permanent Corporate Secretary in the Legal industry, you will play a pivotal role in our organization's legal operations. This position is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to contribute their expertise in a vibrant and dynamic corporate environment. The successful candidate will have a strong background in legal writing, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), administrative tasks, and filing. This position requires a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years of experience in a similar role.
Why join us?
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401K
Job Details
Responsibilities:
1. Oversee and manage all board and committee meeting logistics, attend and record minutes of all board and committee meetings; facilitate board communications.
2. Advise the board of directors on governance matters.
3. Manage all company corporate records and related filings.
4. Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
5. Coordinate the annual report and proxy statement process.
6. Provide legal support in M&A transactions, including due diligence, drafting, and negotiation of agreements.
7. Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and correspondence ensuring the legality of the company's business practices and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
8. Develop and implement corporate governance policies and procedures.
9. Work closely with the executive team and external legal counsel on various corporate and legal projects.
10. Assist in the preparation of public announcements and press releases.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field. A Master’s degree or professional certifications will be an added advantage.
2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in a legal or corporate setting, with at least 5 years as a Corporate Secretary or similar role.
3. Expertise in legal writing, M&A, administrative tasks, and filing.
4. In-depth knowledge of corporate governance principles and managerial best practices.
5. Proficiency in legal research and ability to handle large amounts of data.
6. An analytical mind with problem-solving abilities.
7. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
8. High ethical standards and professional integrity.
9. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
10. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and corporate management software.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Corporate Secretary to join our dynamic and growing team. If you have the required qualifications and are ready to take your career to the next level, we would love to hear from you.
1. Oversee and manage all board and committee meeting logistics, attend and record minutes of all board and committee meetings; facilitate board communications.
2. Advise the board of directors on governance matters.
3. Manage all company corporate records and related filings.
4. Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
5. Coordinate the annual report and proxy statement process.
6. Provide legal support in M&A transactions, including due diligence, drafting, and negotiation of agreements.
7. Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and correspondence ensuring the legality of the company's business practices and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
8. Develop and implement corporate governance policies and procedures.
9. Work closely with the executive team and external legal counsel on various corporate and legal projects.
10. Assist in the preparation of public announcements and press releases.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or related field. A Master’s degree or professional certifications will be an added advantage.
2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in a legal or corporate setting, with at least 5 years as a Corporate Secretary or similar role.
3. Expertise in legal writing, M&A, administrative tasks, and filing.
4. In-depth knowledge of corporate governance principles and managerial best practices.
5. Proficiency in legal research and ability to handle large amounts of data.
6. An analytical mind with problem-solving abilities.
7. Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
8. High ethical standards and professional integrity.
9. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
10. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and corporate management software.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Corporate Secretary to join our dynamic and growing team. If you have the required qualifications and are ready to take your career to the next level, we would love to hear from you.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.