Counsel, Securities and Governance at General Motors

Warren, Michigan, United States

General Motors Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, LegalIndustries

Requirements

  • Law degree from an accredited college or university
  • Admitted to practice in at least one jurisdiction
  • Experience with and understanding of the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, Regulations S-K, S-X, FD, G, etc., Delaware (and other state) corporate law, and NYSE listing requirements
  • At least five years of experience with advising public companies on securities, governance, sustainability and other public company matters
  • Mix of large law firm and prior in-house experience strongly preferred
  • Knowledge of corporate sustainability, corporate responsibility and sustainability reporting and best practices
  • Self-directed, solution-focused individual with strong work ethic and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to achieve enterprise-wide results
  • Strong oral and written communicator with an aptitude for critical thinking and succinctly presenting the best course of action
  • Ability to manage a heavy and diverse workload, handle multiple assignments simultaneously, and organize and execute with minimal supervision
  • Ability to deal with unpredictability and rapidly changing priorities
  • Willingness to put in long hours, from time-to-time as needed
  • Ability to collaborate, build relationships, and gain credibility
  • Ability to respectfully speak up, exchange feedback and boldly share ideas

Responsibilities

  • Providing advice and counsel on disclosure issues under federal securities laws and New York Stock Exchange Listing Requirements, including Regulation F-D, Regulation G and the use of non-GAAP financial measures, contingencies and ASC 450, the securities offering process, forward-looking statements, and analyst and investor presentations
  • Assisting with the preparation and review of reports filed with the SEC, including disclosures on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K
  • Leading all compliance with Section 16 and Section 13 reporting obligations
  • Providing advice and counsel on legal issues related to the preparation of financial statements, accounting rules and pronouncements, and related financial disclosures
  • Assisting with registered and unregistered debt and equity offerings by the Company, certain of its subsidiaries and employee benefit plans, including assisting with preparation of registration statements under the Securities Act of 1933, as well as offering and closing documents
  • Managing various policies and programs administered by the Office of the Corporate Secretary, including the Insider Trading Policy
  • From time to time, drafting and reviewing materials to be provided to the Board of Directors and its committees and drafting meeting minutes
  • Assisting the sustainability team with the evolving disclosure landscape
  • Communicating with and directing the work of outside counsel on a cost-effective basis
  • Providing strategic legal advice in support of GM’s public company and securities matters, including its SEC reporting obligations, quarterly earnings release process, investor events, and announcements of major corporate events

Skills

SEC Reporting
Forms 10-K
Forms 10-Q
Forms 8-K
Regulation FD
Regulation G
Non-GAAP Measures
Section 16
Section 13
Securities Offerings
Corporate Governance
Disclosure Counseling
NYSE Listing Standards
ASC 450
Financial Disclosures

General Motors

Designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles

About General Motors

General Motors designs, manufactures, and sells vehicles and vehicle parts, catering to individual consumers, businesses, and government entities. The company operates in both traditional internal combustion engine vehicles and the growing electric vehicle (EV) market, generating revenue through vehicle sales and financing services. GM stands out from competitors with its commitment to community service, sustainability, and diversity, as evidenced by a majority female Board of Directors. The company's goal is to balance traditional automotive manufacturing with technological advancements in electric and autonomous vehicles.

Detroit, MichiganHeadquarters
1908Year Founded
$486.7MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Student Loan Assistance
Flexible Work Hours
Discount on GM vehicles

Risks

Shutting down Cruise Robotaxi may affect investor confidence in GM's AV strategy.
Chevrolet Equinox EV recall could harm GM's safety reputation.
Leadership transition in design may disrupt continuity and brand identity.

Differentiation

GM's Dynamic Fuel Management system enhances fuel efficiency in traditional vehicles.
GM leads in board diversity with 55% women directors.
GM's pivot to personal autonomous vehicles aligns with consumer trends.

Upsides

Partnership with Nvidia boosts GM's autonomous vehicle technology capabilities.
Collaboration with ChargePoint expands EV charging infrastructure, enhancing consumer appeal.
Bryan Nesbitt's appointment as design head may bring innovation to GM's vehicle design.

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