Attorney, Securities and Corporate Governance

Lincoln Financial Group • Radnor, PA

231d • $108,501 - $195,900

About The Position

This position will perform legal work on a broad range of U.S. securities and corporate law matters, with an emphasis on aspects of work related to proxy statements for meetings of shareholders and 1934 Act filings such as Annual/Quarterly Reports on Forms 10-K/10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K and Section 16 reporting obligations; securities offerings under the 1933 Act; earnings releases and related materials; equity plan matters; corporate governance matters, including stock exchange listing standards and general corporate law matters; and providing day-to-day advice and counsel on a broad range of securities and governance matters to internal groups, including Financial Reporting, Investor Relations, Corporate Communications, Executive Compensation, Treasury and other members of the Legal Department.

Requirements

• 4 Year/Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (4 years of experience in lieu of Bachelor's) (Minimum Required)
• Law degree from an American Bar Association-accredited school. (Minimum Required)
• 5+ Years of legal experience that aligns with the specific responsibilities for this position (Required)
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret both internal and external documents such as general media/publications, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, policies, proposals, and standard operating procedures.
• Confident, comfortable communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong presentation skills with demonstrated ability to influence at all levels of management through clear, informed and logical discussions/presentations.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from diverse audiences including investment advisors, outside counsel, field management, senior leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Superior oral and written communication skills, including the ability to read different audiences and gauge the level of detail appropriate for each.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal work on proxy statement for annual meeting of shareholders, including review and preparation of proxy statement and all related matters such as D&O questionnaires, related party transaction analyses, and shareholder meeting materials
• Perform legal work on SEC periodic filings, including review and preparation of annual, quarterly, and current reports (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K), as well as Section 13 and Section 16 filings on behalf of the Company and its executive officers and directors
• Perform legal work on 1933 Act transactions (including debt offerings); securities matters in connection with investments, acquisitions, and dispositions, and equity compensation plans
• Perform legal work on corporate governance matters, including NYSE governance and filing requirements, and assist with review and preparation of governance documents, corporate policies, and board and committee materials
• Perform legal work for Investor Relations and Corporate Communications, including review of earnings releases and scripts, press releases, investor communications and presentations, company website, and other public disclosures
• Work collaboratively with Financial Reporting, Investor Relations, Corporate Communications, Executive Compensation, Treasury, and other members of the Legal Team on a variety of matters
• Monitor, track, and advise on potential impacts of new and proposed corporate and securities laws to ensure continued compliance
• Stay up to date on governance trends, general legal issues, and best practices, and recommend changes to company programs/policies as appropriate
• Carries out duties in compliance with all state and federal regulations and guidelines. Complies with all company and site policies and procedures.
• Remains current in profession and industry trends.
• Makes a positive contribution as demonstrated by: making suggestions for improvement; learning new skills, procedures and processes
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

• Clearly defined career tracks and job levels, along with associated behaviors for each of Lincoln's core values and leadership attributes
• Leadership development and virtual training opportunities
• PTO/parental leave
• Competitive 401K and employee benefits
• Free financial counseling, health coaching and employee assistance program
• Tuition assistance program
• Work arrangements that work for you
• Effective productivity/technology tools and training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree