Corporate Secretary at Northern Trust

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Active bar membership in good standing
  • 10+ years of legal experience, with significant exposure to public company governance and financial services regulation
  • Deep knowledge of securities law, corporate governance, and regulatory frameworks
  • Experience working with Boards and C-suite executives
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Corporate Secretary to the Board and its committees
  • Manage Board and committee meetings, including scheduling, agenda development, materials preparation, and minute-taking
  • Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements, including SEC, NYSE/NASDAQ, and applicable financial regulations
  • Maintain corporate records, charters, bylaws, and governance policies
  • Lead director onboarding, training, and annual Board evaluations
  • Provide legal advice to senior management on corporate, securities, and regulatory matters
  • Support capital markets and other strategic transactions
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders on legal risk management and compliance initiatives
  • Supervise and mentor legal and governance professionals
  • Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement
  • Act as a deputy to the General Counsel, stepping in as needed

Skills

Corporate Governance
Board Management
SEC Compliance
NYSE Compliance
Legal Advisory
Corporate Records
Director Onboarding
Securities Law
Regulatory Compliance
Capital Markets

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About Northern Trust

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