Assistant General Counsel - Securities and Corporate

Overview

The Assistant General Counsel - Securities and Corporate reports to and works closely with the Deputy General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer, as well as other commercial and corporate leaders. The role will oversee public company reporting and disclosure, securities law compliance, corporate governance, and other corporate matters. This role will work closely with senior management, finance, investor relations, and other teams to ensure the Company meets its obligations as a global, publicly traded organization.

Responsibilities

• Advise on compliance with U.S. securities laws, SEC regulations, NYSE stock exchange requirements, and applicable international securities regimes.
• Lead the preparation, review, and filing of periodic and current SEC reports (e.g., Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K), proxy statements, Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, 5) and other public disclosures.
• Advise on Section 16 reporting, insider trading compliance, and Rule 10b5-1 trading plans.
• Oversee drafting and review of earnings releases, investor presentations, press releases, and other shareholder and public communications.
• Oversee securities-related aspects of equity compensation programs, executive compensation disclosures, and related governance disclosures.
• Provide support on corporate governance matters, including board and committee processes, policies, minutes, resolutions, and governance trends.
• Advise on shareholder proposals, proxy advisory firm recommendations (e.g., ISS, Glass Lewis), and annual meeting planning.
• Support shareholder outreach and Sustainability-related disclosures.
• Manage subsidiary maintenance matters.
• Assist with legal entity rationalization projects.
• Support general corporate matters as requested by Deputy GC and Chief Legal Officer.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, IR, HR, Compliance, Tax) on disclosure controls and procedures, risk management, and strategic initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze emerging legal, regulatory, and governance developments that impact the company and its shareholders.
• Manage outside counsel and advise on cost-effective strategies for securities and governance matters.
• Performs other related duties as required or requested.

Requirements

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation for the position is : $242,250.00 - $285,000.00. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. Cushman & Wakefield provides eligible employees with a comprehensive benefits package generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid / unpaid time away from work. The compensation offered may vary based on factors such as geographic location, experience, and eligibility factors.

Equal Opportunity

Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. If you require an accommodation to apply under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO : “Cushman & Wakefield”

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