Director, Assistant General Counsel - Governance and Securities
The Governance & Securities team is seeking an experienced attorney to join a dynamic group of legal professionals who support Capital One's Board of Directors, executive management and its public disclosure processes.
This is a critical role within the organization, as you will lead and manage certain disclosure and governance functions, including ESG reporting.
Additionally, you will provide support for a range of securities compliance and disclosure matters, manage the administration of certain governance policies and guidelines and support our investor relations team.
This is a highly visible role within the organization requiring maturity and professionalism in interacting with executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
In this role, you will help to identify risks and solve problems alongside a team of world-class professionals.
You will find that the Legal Department is not a "check the box" function but instead, an important voice and strategic partner in all aspects of the business.
You will discover a collaborative environment that values your insight, encourages you to take on new responsibility, promotes continuous learning, and rewards innovation and intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities:Providing counsel and support on Capital One's ESG planning initiatives as well as assisting with the drafting and release of Capital One's ESG Report and other ESG disclosuresMonitoring and advising on new and evolving ESG related rules and regulationsProviding advice and counsel on a broad range of corporate governance and securities law matters, including governance and organizational documents, securities law filings, and transactional and regulatory mattersProviding comprehensive support for Capital One's Board and its committees, including drafting meeting minutes, resolutions, and other Board and governance related documents and materialsDrafting, reviewing and managing related processes for a broad range of SEC filingsSupporting Investor Relations and executive management on the preparation for quarterly earnings and investor engagement and outreachManaging and overseeing the administration of corporate governance guidelines and corporate policies, such as the Capital One insider trading policyManaging and coordinating outside counsel, when necessaryThe successful candidate will have the following experience and skills:Experience advising senior management and the board of directors on corporate governance and securities mattersKnowledge of current SEC and NYSE rules and regulations governing public companiesExperience with a broad range of SEC filings and other public disclosuresAbility to prioritize and manage a significant volume of projects on a broad array of topics with multiple and simultaneous deadlinesExcellent analytical, oral and written communication skillsStrong project management and organizational skills with impeccable attention to detailAbility to build collegial and effective relationships with business clients, attorneys, project managers, and corporate compliance professionals at all levels of the companyBasic Qualifications:Juris Doctor from an accredited law schoolActive member in good standing of at least one state barAt least 5 years of experience in an in-house counsel role or at a law firmAt least 5 years of experience in a corporate governance and securities law practicePreferred Qualifications:8+ years of experience in an in-house counsel role or combined experience at a law firm and in-house counsel roleExperience working on securities and corporate governance matters at a financial institutionExperience working directly with senior executives and the board of directorsExperience drafting and reviewing ESG reports and other ESG disclosuresAt this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.
Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting.
Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.
McLean, VA: $226,000 - $257,900 for Director, Asst General Counsel
Richmond, VA: $205,400 - $234,400 for Director, Asst General Counsel
Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.
This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI).
Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.
Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.
Learn more at the Capital One Careers website.
Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.
This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.
No agencies please.
Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.
Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace.
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