Job Description
Associate General Counsel and Corporate Secretary - Hybrid
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience
Job Title: Associate General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
Experience: Minimum of 6 to 8 years corporate legal experience
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Department: Legal
Full-time, flexible hybrid workforce model with onsite work three days a week and two days remote, as well as five fully remote weeks per year.
Fantastic total rewards package including industry-high 401(k) match and additional 4% contribution, tuition reimbursement assistance, student loan repayment assistance, and comprehensive benefits package.
Generous time off including vacation, paid federal holidays, birthday month floating holiday, volunteer day, and summer hours program.
Company dedicated to making a difference in the community and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Opportunity to join a talented workforce that values learning and development, unique skills and ideas, and employee engagement.
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Purpose:
The role of Associate General Counsel and Corporate Secretary at our company offers a unique opportunity to support the General Counsel and manage legal, compliance, and system matters. This position also includes serving as the Corporate Secretary, responsible for maintaining the Bank's official corporate documents and providing guidance on board and corporate governance matters.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Advise management on legal matters and draft or review contracts and communications. - Assist with FHLBank System specific working group initiatives. - Maintain official corporate records and serve as a point of contact for communications with the Board. - Plan agendas for Board and Committee meetings and oversee the production of relevant data and analyses. - Provide guidance on governance matters and attend and take minutes during meetings. - Manage training for Board members and staff on compliance with FHFA requirements. - Oversee SEC filing requirements and coordinate with Financial Reporting. - Ensure compliance with legal requirements for corporate governance records and mitigate any findings. - Manage the Board's annual director election process and vacancy election process. - Serve as the Board Liaison.
Competencies:
Business:
- Strong understanding of corporate governance practices, banking law, and general corporate law. - Familiarity with online document portals such as BoardVantage is a plus. - Minimum of 6 to 8 years of corporate legal experience.
General:
- Strong communication skills and ability to interact effectively with various stakeholders. - Ability to work independently and exhibit initiative. - Willingness to work full-time and overtime as necessary. - Must pass a background check.
People:
- Excellent communication skills. - Team-oriented and able to develop others. - Self-motivated and organized.
Position Requirements:
- JD degree and admitted to practice law in Indiana. - Minimum of 6 to 8 years of corporate legal experience. - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to work full-time and overtime as necessary. - Must pass a background check.
