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Director, Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance

Director, Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance

Western UnionNew York, NY, United States
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Do you have deep expertise in corporate governance practices and securities laws, with the ability to lead a team and advise senior management? Are you interested in joining a diverse, forward-thinking organization where your legal skills and strategic insight directly influence company success? Then it's time to join Western Union as a Director, Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

As Director, Managing Counsel, Corporate Governance, you will lead legal support for corporate governance, corporate securities, and subsidiary administration. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior management and legal leadership, with exposure to the Board of Directors, ensuring compliance with securities laws and regulations while implementing pragmatic, business-focused governance practices.

Role Responsibilities

Corporate Securities

  • Oversee compliance with securities laws and regulations.
  • Manage public company reporting requirements, including SEC filings (e.g., Proxy, 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K).
  • Oversee compliance with Section 16 reporting obligations (Forms 3, 4, 5), and manage the company's insider trading policy and reporting processes.
  • Advise on equity and debt offerings, shareholder communications, and insider trading policies.
  • Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) requirements.

Corporate Governance

  • Maintain and enhance corporate governance policies and procedures.
  • Advise the Board of Directors and senior management on governance best practices.
  • Prepare and review board and committee meeting materials.
  • Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and regulations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on governance initiatives, shareholder engagement, investor day, annual meeting planning, and response strategies for shareholder proposals or activism.
  • Subsidiary Administration

  • Oversee all aspects of subsidiary management in North America, including formation, maintenance, and dissolution.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for subsidiaries.
  • Manage intercompany agreements and transactions.
  • Coordinate and manage external subsidiary administrative support.
  • Team Leadership

  • Lead and mentor the team responsible for public company corporate governance and subsidiary administration.
  • Manage budgeting, invoicing, and resource allocation to ensure effective operations.
  • Role Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
  • 8+ years of relevant legal experience, including a strong background in corporate governance, corporate securities, and subsidiary administration.
  • Exceptional knowledge of SEC regulations, SOX compliance, and corporate governance practices.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills that allow you to simplify complex topics and focus management attention on what matters most.
  • Proven ability to work effectively with senior management and board level leaders.
  • Forward looking to anticipate needs and opportunities, as well as areas for improvement, as well as big picture to ensure what is right for Western Union as a whole remains top of mind.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing teams, setting priorities, and overseeing budgets.
  • Operates with the highest ethical standards and professional integrity.
  • Experience in a public company preferred.
  • M&A Experience a plus
  • Join us, and let's move money for better.

    Western Union is transforming its business and shaping the future of financial services. If you're ready to contribute to this journey, we'd love to hear from you.

    We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what's next.

    Western Union is positioned to become the world's most accessible financial services company -transforming lives and communities. We're a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.

    Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You'll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you're ready to help drive the future of financial services, it's time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https : / / careers.westernunion.com / .

    Salary

    The base salary range is $190,000-$220,000 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary plus long-term and short-term incentives that align with individual and company performance.

    Benefits

    You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and lifeinsurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few (https : / / careers.westernunion.com / global-benefits / ). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interviewprocess or in an offer of employment.

    Your United States - specific benefits include :

  • Family First Program
  • Flexible Time off
  • Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Parental Leave
  • Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.

    Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

    For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania : Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

    We are passionate about belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.

    Estimated Job Posting End Date :

    12-01-2025

    This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.

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