Clarivate
Senior Director, Associate General Counsel – Securities
Clarivate, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Senior Director, Associate General Counsel – Securities
at Clarivate. This role supports and takes significant responsibility for all aspects of Clarivate’s public company obligations, primarily focused on U.S. public company disclosure, compliance and corporate governance, multi-jurisdiction corporate compliance, corporate finance transactions, and related matters across the organization. Responsibilities
Provide expert legal advice on corporate securities and SEC reporting and compliance matters, including SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and other disclosures, shareholder proposals, shareholder engagement, executive compensation disclosures, Section 16 filings, Section 13 filings, and related regulatory compliance. Partner with cross-functional teams on reviewing earnings and other communications to ensure accurate and timely disclosures to investors, regulators, and the public. Manage the annual shareholder meeting and oversee the preparation of the proxy statement. Support the General Counsel in organizing board and committee meetings, drafting materials and resolutions, managing communications, maintaining minutes and records, and onboarding new directors. Coordinate with senior executives and board members to ensure effective communication and follow-up on board actions. Advise on corporate governance policies and practices to ensure compliance with laws, listing requirements, and best practices, including board structure and executive compensation. Collaborate with internal and external teams (finance, investor relations, treasury, tax, compliance, sustainability, communications) to manage legal risk. Develop and maintain internal policies and controls for securities law compliance, including Regulation FD, Regulation G, insider trading policies, and 10b5-1 plans. Counsel on executive compensation, equity plans, stock administration, and related policies. Monitor regulatory developments in cyber security, ESG, and related areas to determine legal obligations and disclosures. Support sustainability reporting and the corporate secretary function in day-to-day records and filings. Support subsidiary governance and legal entity management globally, including intercompany arrangements and annual filings. Act as primary point of contact with regulatory bodies such as the SEC and the NYSE; own disclosure procedures and internal controls; refine processes for diligence and disclosure. Occasional travel for Board and internal meetings. Qualifications
JD or LLM from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one US state. 10+ years of relevant corporate and securities experience at a law firm or in-house in a public company (corporate or securities compliance). Deep knowledge of SEC rules and regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley, listing exchange requirements, and related laws; ability to provide business-oriented solutions. Extensive knowledge of corporate governance principles and practices, including expectations of institutional investors and proxy advisory firms. Proven track record in supporting or managing corporate secretary functions for a publicly traded company, including maintaining corporate records and board materials. About the Team
The role is part of Clarivate’s Legal, Risk & Compliance (LRC) team, comprising approximately 75 professionals globally. The team acts as strategic business partners to key stakeholders across the company. Compensation and Hours
Compensation:
The expected base salary for this position is $216,000 - $270,000 per year. Eligible for incentive/bonus earnings. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with match, vacation, sick time, volunteer time, and more. Hours:
Full-time, hybrid position with work in or near New York or Philadelphia; flexible with time zones. Equal Opportunity
Clarivate is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with applicable laws and regulations governing non-discrimination in all locations.
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Senior Director, Associate General Counsel – Securities
at Clarivate. This role supports and takes significant responsibility for all aspects of Clarivate’s public company obligations, primarily focused on U.S. public company disclosure, compliance and corporate governance, multi-jurisdiction corporate compliance, corporate finance transactions, and related matters across the organization. Responsibilities
Provide expert legal advice on corporate securities and SEC reporting and compliance matters, including SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and other disclosures, shareholder proposals, shareholder engagement, executive compensation disclosures, Section 16 filings, Section 13 filings, and related regulatory compliance. Partner with cross-functional teams on reviewing earnings and other communications to ensure accurate and timely disclosures to investors, regulators, and the public. Manage the annual shareholder meeting and oversee the preparation of the proxy statement. Support the General Counsel in organizing board and committee meetings, drafting materials and resolutions, managing communications, maintaining minutes and records, and onboarding new directors. Coordinate with senior executives and board members to ensure effective communication and follow-up on board actions. Advise on corporate governance policies and practices to ensure compliance with laws, listing requirements, and best practices, including board structure and executive compensation. Collaborate with internal and external teams (finance, investor relations, treasury, tax, compliance, sustainability, communications) to manage legal risk. Develop and maintain internal policies and controls for securities law compliance, including Regulation FD, Regulation G, insider trading policies, and 10b5-1 plans. Counsel on executive compensation, equity plans, stock administration, and related policies. Monitor regulatory developments in cyber security, ESG, and related areas to determine legal obligations and disclosures. Support sustainability reporting and the corporate secretary function in day-to-day records and filings. Support subsidiary governance and legal entity management globally, including intercompany arrangements and annual filings. Act as primary point of contact with regulatory bodies such as the SEC and the NYSE; own disclosure procedures and internal controls; refine processes for diligence and disclosure. Occasional travel for Board and internal meetings. Qualifications
JD or LLM from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one US state. 10+ years of relevant corporate and securities experience at a law firm or in-house in a public company (corporate or securities compliance). Deep knowledge of SEC rules and regulations, Sarbanes-Oxley, listing exchange requirements, and related laws; ability to provide business-oriented solutions. Extensive knowledge of corporate governance principles and practices, including expectations of institutional investors and proxy advisory firms. Proven track record in supporting or managing corporate secretary functions for a publicly traded company, including maintaining corporate records and board materials. About the Team
The role is part of Clarivate’s Legal, Risk & Compliance (LRC) team, comprising approximately 75 professionals globally. The team acts as strategic business partners to key stakeholders across the company. Compensation and Hours
Compensation:
The expected base salary for this position is $216,000 - $270,000 per year. Eligible for incentive/bonus earnings. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with match, vacation, sick time, volunteer time, and more. Hours:
Full-time, hybrid position with work in or near New York or Philadelphia; flexible with time zones. Equal Opportunity
Clarivate is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with applicable laws and regulations governing non-discrimination in all locations.
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