ESTÉE LAUDER Companies
Vice President, Senior Corporate Counsel and Corporate Secretary
ESTÉE LAUDER Companies, New York, New York, us, 10261
Description
Key Responsibilities :
Corporate Governance & Board
Develop and implement corporate governance best practices, ensuring compliance with NYSE listing standards and applicable laws
Advise on board composition, committee structures, governance policies
Manage board and committee meetings (prep of agendas, review of materials, drafting resolutions, maintaining minutes)
Coordinate comms and follow‑up actions between the Board, exec leadership, stakeholders
Securities Law Compliance
Provide legal counsel on SEC reporting and disclosure obligations (10‑Ks, 10‑Qs, 8‑Ks, proxy statements, Section 16 filings, Schedule 13D and G filings, conflict minerals disclosures)
Advise on exec comp matters, stockholder proposals, stakeholder engagement
Collaborate across departments: IR, Finance, Treasury, Tax, Internal Audit, Communications, HR, and Corp Citizenship & Sustainability to manage securities law compliance
Proxy Statement
Lead prep / filing of the annual proxy statement, ensuring timely / accurate disclosures
Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to compile and review relevant data / materials Corp Secretary Office Mgmt
Oversee daily operations of Corp Secretary's office, including maintenance of corporate records and regulatory filings
Establish / enhance internal processes to support legal compliance and board effectiveness; manage departmental budget, board‑related expenditures
Stockholder Relations
Collaborate with IR, Global Comms, HR, and Global Corp Citizenship & Sustainability teams to develop effective stockholder communication strategies
Review press releases, support stockholder inquiries, lead preparation for annual meetings
Collaborate with advisers for Lauder family stockholders
M&A
Lead and manage legal aspects of domestic and international M&A transactions, including minority investments
Advise on deal structuring, arrangements with founders / key employees; negotiate key terms / agreements
Draft and review transactional documents (purchase agreements, NDAs, employment and stockholder agreements, closing documents)
Manage outside counsel; coordinate with internal specialists
Support competition law compliance and pre‑closing requirements
Support post‑closing integration (intellectual property transfers, regulatory updates, resolution of matters from due diligence or that arise post‑closing)
Financing Support the legal needs of Treasury team in debt offerings, bank agreements, commercial paper issuances, other treasury‑related matters
Stakeholder Mgmt Build strong relationships with internal leaders, external advisors, transaction counterparties to facilitate collaboration / drive business outcomes
Corporate Subsidiary Mgmt Manage governance processes at subsidiaries around the world
Legal Function Mgmt
Manage the Corp Secretary’s office and the extended Corporate, M&A and Board Affairs team in daily operations, ensuring efficient / accurate management of corporate records, documents, filings
Establish effective processes and systems to support compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Prepare and oversee budget; manage expenses in the office and for Board
Collaborate with the General Counsel and Legal function leadership on matters relating to overall functioning / development of attorneys and other professionals
Qualifications This role serves as a key legal advisor for corporate governance, securities law compliance, and legal aspects of mergers and acquisitions, providing counsel to senior leadership, Board of Directors and functions throughout the Company to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices. The position requires deep expertise in corporate governance, public company compliance, and hands‑on leadership in managing complex M&A transactions across all phases from assessment to post‑closing integration and managing the corporate secretary function for a large publicly traded company.
Education & Licensing
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Admission to a State Bar (NY, NJ, CA, DEL, etc.)
Experience
Minimum 20 years of legal experience, with significant exposure to securities law, corporate governance, public company operations and M&A.
Background in a top‑tier law firm and as in‑house counsel at a NYSE‑listed or NASDAQ public company
Technical Expertise
In‑depth knowledge of U.S. securities laws, corporate governance standards, and public company compliance
Demonstrated experience managing the corporate secretary function, including board support and recordkeeping
Experience with legal technology used (and developing) in the legal and corporate governance areas (e.g., board portals, SEC filings, subsidiary management, electronic invoicing, and M&A)
Governance, Legal and Business Acumen
Strong understanding of expectations of institutional investors, proxy advisory firms, and regulatory bodies
Proven ability to advise boards and senior leadership on governance and compliance matters
Must demonstrate strong financial acumen
General knowledge of accounting practices preferred
Professional Affiliations
Active membership in relevant legal and governance organizations (e.g., Society for Corporate Governance)
Pay Range The anticipated base salary range for this position is $277,200.00 to $471,900.00. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.
In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education‑related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company
Equal Opportunity Employer It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.
Michigan Applicants : Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.
Philadelphia Applicants : Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring Law
Rhode Island Applicants : The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.
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Key Responsibilities :
Corporate Governance & Board
Develop and implement corporate governance best practices, ensuring compliance with NYSE listing standards and applicable laws
Advise on board composition, committee structures, governance policies
Manage board and committee meetings (prep of agendas, review of materials, drafting resolutions, maintaining minutes)
Coordinate comms and follow‑up actions between the Board, exec leadership, stakeholders
Securities Law Compliance
Provide legal counsel on SEC reporting and disclosure obligations (10‑Ks, 10‑Qs, 8‑Ks, proxy statements, Section 16 filings, Schedule 13D and G filings, conflict minerals disclosures)
Advise on exec comp matters, stockholder proposals, stakeholder engagement
Collaborate across departments: IR, Finance, Treasury, Tax, Internal Audit, Communications, HR, and Corp Citizenship & Sustainability to manage securities law compliance
Proxy Statement
Lead prep / filing of the annual proxy statement, ensuring timely / accurate disclosures
Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to compile and review relevant data / materials Corp Secretary Office Mgmt
Oversee daily operations of Corp Secretary's office, including maintenance of corporate records and regulatory filings
Establish / enhance internal processes to support legal compliance and board effectiveness; manage departmental budget, board‑related expenditures
Stockholder Relations
Collaborate with IR, Global Comms, HR, and Global Corp Citizenship & Sustainability teams to develop effective stockholder communication strategies
Review press releases, support stockholder inquiries, lead preparation for annual meetings
Collaborate with advisers for Lauder family stockholders
M&A
Lead and manage legal aspects of domestic and international M&A transactions, including minority investments
Advise on deal structuring, arrangements with founders / key employees; negotiate key terms / agreements
Draft and review transactional documents (purchase agreements, NDAs, employment and stockholder agreements, closing documents)
Manage outside counsel; coordinate with internal specialists
Support competition law compliance and pre‑closing requirements
Support post‑closing integration (intellectual property transfers, regulatory updates, resolution of matters from due diligence or that arise post‑closing)
Financing Support the legal needs of Treasury team in debt offerings, bank agreements, commercial paper issuances, other treasury‑related matters
Stakeholder Mgmt Build strong relationships with internal leaders, external advisors, transaction counterparties to facilitate collaboration / drive business outcomes
Corporate Subsidiary Mgmt Manage governance processes at subsidiaries around the world
Legal Function Mgmt
Manage the Corp Secretary’s office and the extended Corporate, M&A and Board Affairs team in daily operations, ensuring efficient / accurate management of corporate records, documents, filings
Establish effective processes and systems to support compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
Prepare and oversee budget; manage expenses in the office and for Board
Collaborate with the General Counsel and Legal function leadership on matters relating to overall functioning / development of attorneys and other professionals
Qualifications This role serves as a key legal advisor for corporate governance, securities law compliance, and legal aspects of mergers and acquisitions, providing counsel to senior leadership, Board of Directors and functions throughout the Company to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices. The position requires deep expertise in corporate governance, public company compliance, and hands‑on leadership in managing complex M&A transactions across all phases from assessment to post‑closing integration and managing the corporate secretary function for a large publicly traded company.
Education & Licensing
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Admission to a State Bar (NY, NJ, CA, DEL, etc.)
Experience
Minimum 20 years of legal experience, with significant exposure to securities law, corporate governance, public company operations and M&A.
Background in a top‑tier law firm and as in‑house counsel at a NYSE‑listed or NASDAQ public company
Technical Expertise
In‑depth knowledge of U.S. securities laws, corporate governance standards, and public company compliance
Demonstrated experience managing the corporate secretary function, including board support and recordkeeping
Experience with legal technology used (and developing) in the legal and corporate governance areas (e.g., board portals, SEC filings, subsidiary management, electronic invoicing, and M&A)
Governance, Legal and Business Acumen
Strong understanding of expectations of institutional investors, proxy advisory firms, and regulatory bodies
Proven ability to advise boards and senior leadership on governance and compliance matters
Must demonstrate strong financial acumen
General knowledge of accounting practices preferred
Professional Affiliations
Active membership in relevant legal and governance organizations (e.g., Society for Corporate Governance)
Pay Range The anticipated base salary range for this position is $277,200.00 to $471,900.00. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.
In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education‑related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company
Equal Opportunity Employer It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact USApplicantAccommodations@Estee.com.
Michigan Applicants : Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.
Philadelphia Applicants : Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring Law
Rhode Island Applicants : The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.
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