Job Description

Corporate Secretary & Assistant General Counsel

Corporate Governance • Public Company Compliance • Securities Law • NYSE Regulations

Location: New York, NY

Organization Type: Public Company / Corporate Headquarters

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Secretary & Assistant General Counsel to lead corporate governance, public company compliance, and securities law support for a NYSE-listed organization headquartered in New York, NY . This role partners closely with the General Counsel and executive leadership to ensure compliance with SEC regulations , federal securities laws, corporate governance standards, and New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) listing requirements.

As Corporate Secretary, you will serve as a strategic advisor to the Board of Directors and its Committees, overseeing governance operations, corporate recordkeeping, disclosure obligations, and shareholder communications. This position is well-suited for a senior legal professional with deep expertise in public company reporting (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) , insider trading compliance, governance best practices, and board-level advisory.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Governance & Board Support

• Serve as primary Corporate Secretary to the Board of Directors and Board Committees, advising on governance requirements, board processes, and best practices.
• Plan, organize, and support Board and Committee meetings, including agendas, minutes, materials, and resolutions.
• Maintain and enhance the company’s governance framework, including committee charters, governance guidelines, policies, and board procedures.
• Support annual meeting and shareholder governance processes, including proxy-related workflows and stakeholder communications.

Public Company Compliance & Disclosure

• Partner with legal, finance, and external counsel to support SEC reporting and public company disclosure obligations, including Form 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K , and related filings.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with SEC rules , federal securities laws, and applicable corporate governance requirements.
• Support disclosure controls and procedures, including coordination of disclosure committee workflows (where applicable).
• Oversee maintenance of corporate records and entity documentation, ensuring accuracy and audit-ready governance records.

NYSE Listing Standards & Securities Law

• Monitor and support compliance with NYSE listing standards , governance requirements, and related public company obligations.
• Provide guidance on securities law considerations impacting corporate actions, communications, and governance decisions.
• Support implementation and administration of insider trading policies , trading windows, pre-clearance processes, and related compliance programs.
• Partner cross-functionally to evaluate and manage governance and compliance risks.

Shareholder & Stakeholder Communications

• Oversee governance-facing shareholder communications and support investor-related disclosures as needed in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate corporate and governance disclosures across internal systems and external platforms, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Significant experience supporting public company governance and compliance , preferably in a NYSE-listed environment.
• Strong working knowledge of SEC regulations , federal securities laws, and corporate governance best practices.
• Direct experience supporting or coordinating public company reporting cycles (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and related disclosure processes.
• Demonstrated ability to advise senior leadership and board-level stakeholders with discretion, clarity, and strong judgment.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, including governance documentation and corporate record keeping.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience serving as, or supporting, the Corporate Secretary function for a public company.
• Familiarity with NYSE regulations and the practical application of listing requirements.
• Experience designing or enhancing insider trading compliance programs and governance policies.
• Background supporting complex governance matters across multiple committees and stakeholders.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Board and committee processes run efficiently, with clear governance documentation, accurate minutes, and consistent follow-through.
• SEC reporting and disclosure obligations are met on time with strong internal coordination and controls.
• NYSE listing compliance remains strong, with proactive identification and management of governance risks.
• Executive leadership and the Board receive clear, reliable legal guidance aligned with corporate governance best practices.

How to Apply

Apply directly through this posting or with a confidential resume.

Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps in the interview process.

Corporate Secretary New York; Assistant General Counsel public company; securities law NYSE compliance; SEC reporting counsel 10-K 10-Q 8-K; corporate governance attorney NYC; board governance legal counsel; insider trading compliance attorney; NYSE listing standards attorney

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