Valley Bank
Assistant General Counsel - Securities & Corporate Governance
Valley Bank, Convent Station, New Jersey, us, 07961
Assistant General Counsel - Securities & Corporate Governance
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail oriented attorney to join our growing Legal team. Valley Bank is a leading relationship bank built for growth with over $60 billion in assets and more than 200 consumer branches across the United States.
The role can be based in NY, NJ, FL, AL or IL.
Principal Responsibilities
Provide legal support and partner with cross‑functional teams on a wide range of corporate and securities law compliance matters, including but not limited to SEC reporting (Forms 10‑K/Q, 8‑K, Section 16, registration statements, etc.) and proxy statements, shareholder proposals, shareholder engagement, and executive compensation disclosures.
Assist in reviewing earnings and other press releases, investor presentations, internal communications and other announcements to ensure accurate and timely disclosures.
Support the Deputy General Counsel and Corporate Secretary in organizing and scheduling shareholder, Board and Committee meetings, preparing meeting materials and resolutions, managing Board/committee communications, maintaining corporate minutes and records, and onboarding directors.
Oversee entity management and maintain the legal entity management database, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and corporate governance.
Assist with transactional matters such as mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity financings, etc.
Supervise the work of legal staff in the corporate secretarial function.
Other Responsibilities
Provide advice and counsel on securities regulation, corporate governance, and broader corporate law matters.
Monitor changes in legal requirements and best practices for public company corporate governance and help ensure policies and procedures are in place.
Serve as a partner to Valley’s sustainability team, including sustainability communications and reporting, integration of sustainability information into securities reporting and disclosures, and stakeholder engagement.
Assist with the administration of Board, Committee, and Director evaluation processes and support any changes to Board policy or processes resulting from the evaluations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of SEC rules and regulations, Sarbanes‑Oxley, listing exchange requirements, corporate governance principles, practices, and regulations.
Significant experience with coordination and timely filing of disclosure documentation with the SEC and listing exchanges, and the ability to draft and edit effective disclosure filings, corporate governance documents, and communications.
Ability to navigate a fast‑paced environment and work collaboratively with members of executive and senior management, the legal team, and other colleagues.
Ability to handle multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders efficiently and effectively.
Impeccable attention to detail, unwavering commitment to excellence, and the highest standards of integrity.
A “roll‑up the sleeves” approach and a “can do” problem‑solving style.
Minimum Requirements Required: Law degree and active state bar membership in good standing; 5 years of relevant corporate and securities experience at a law firm and/or in‑house experience in a corporate or securities compliance function at a public company.
Preferred: Experience in supporting corporate secretary functions for a publicly traded company and maintaining corporate records, preparing board materials, and managing board communications.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Provide subject‑matter expertise, guidance and support to assigned clients in lines of business or functional areas.
Monitor changes in laws relevant to clients and assist them in understanding the implications.
Collaborate with business partners to address the legal requirements for policies, procedures, and documentation.
Prepare and update templates, checklists, correspondence, bank forms and agreements. Review proposed changes and documentation prepared by clients.
Negotiate with third parties as needed.
Support strategic initiatives and new products and services for the bank.
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The role can be based in NY, NJ, FL, AL or IL.
Principal Responsibilities
Provide legal support and partner with cross‑functional teams on a wide range of corporate and securities law compliance matters, including but not limited to SEC reporting (Forms 10‑K/Q, 8‑K, Section 16, registration statements, etc.) and proxy statements, shareholder proposals, shareholder engagement, and executive compensation disclosures.
Assist in reviewing earnings and other press releases, investor presentations, internal communications and other announcements to ensure accurate and timely disclosures.
Support the Deputy General Counsel and Corporate Secretary in organizing and scheduling shareholder, Board and Committee meetings, preparing meeting materials and resolutions, managing Board/committee communications, maintaining corporate minutes and records, and onboarding directors.
Oversee entity management and maintain the legal entity management database, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and corporate governance.
Assist with transactional matters such as mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity financings, etc.
Supervise the work of legal staff in the corporate secretarial function.
Other Responsibilities
Provide advice and counsel on securities regulation, corporate governance, and broader corporate law matters.
Monitor changes in legal requirements and best practices for public company corporate governance and help ensure policies and procedures are in place.
Serve as a partner to Valley’s sustainability team, including sustainability communications and reporting, integration of sustainability information into securities reporting and disclosures, and stakeholder engagement.
Assist with the administration of Board, Committee, and Director evaluation processes and support any changes to Board policy or processes resulting from the evaluations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of SEC rules and regulations, Sarbanes‑Oxley, listing exchange requirements, corporate governance principles, practices, and regulations.
Significant experience with coordination and timely filing of disclosure documentation with the SEC and listing exchanges, and the ability to draft and edit effective disclosure filings, corporate governance documents, and communications.
Ability to navigate a fast‑paced environment and work collaboratively with members of executive and senior management, the legal team, and other colleagues.
Ability to handle multiple projects, priorities, and stakeholders efficiently and effectively.
Impeccable attention to detail, unwavering commitment to excellence, and the highest standards of integrity.
A “roll‑up the sleeves” approach and a “can do” problem‑solving style.
Minimum Requirements Required: Law degree and active state bar membership in good standing; 5 years of relevant corporate and securities experience at a law firm and/or in‑house experience in a corporate or securities compliance function at a public company.
Preferred: Experience in supporting corporate secretary functions for a publicly traded company and maintaining corporate records, preparing board materials, and managing board communications.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Provide subject‑matter expertise, guidance and support to assigned clients in lines of business or functional areas.
Monitor changes in laws relevant to clients and assist them in understanding the implications.
Collaborate with business partners to address the legal requirements for policies, procedures, and documentation.
Prepare and update templates, checklists, correspondence, bank forms and agreements. Review proposed changes and documentation prepared by clients.
Negotiate with third parties as needed.
Support strategic initiatives and new products and services for the bank.
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