Corporate Counsel

Old National Bank•Minneapolis, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Old National Bank has been serving clients and communities since 1834. With over $70 billion in total assets, we are a regional powerhouse deeply rooted in the communities we serve. As a trusted partner, we thrive on helping our clients achieve their goals and dreams, and we are committed to social responsibility and investing in our communities through volunteering and charitable giving. We continually seek highly motivated and talented individuals as our people are critical to our success. In return, we offer competitive compensation with our salary and incentive program, in addition to medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401K, continuing education opportunities and an employee assistance program are also included in our benefit suite. Old National also offers a variety of Impact Network Groups led by team members who are passionate about driving engagement, creating awareness of diverse backgrounds and experiences, and building inclusion across the organization. We offer a unique opportunity to join a growing, community and client-focused company that is firmly rooted in its core values. The Corporate Counsel position provides legal advice and business guidance on a variety of corporate, public company and securities law matters. The primary responsibility for this role is to assist with our general corporate legal needs, including securities matters, corporate governance, board and committee activities, merger and acquisition transactions, subsidiary matters, general contract review and more.

Requirements

Minimum of 5-10 years' experience at a major law firm or in-house legal department of a medium or large public company.
Admitted and in good standing in the bar of at least one of the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota or Wisconsin
Ability to apply sound legal analysis and practical business judgment to legal matters with a solutions-oriented approach that balances legal and business objectives
Ability to consult with and advise management at all levels
Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to deliver timely, high quality work product
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a client-focused, team environment

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of corporate and federal securities laws, rules and regulations
Experience in merger and acquisition transactions and processes
Strong understanding of reports and processes for boards of directors
Experience in corporate governance including maintenance of subsidiary entities
Familiarity with one of more of the following areas also is desirable but not required: (1) intellectual property matters, (2) corporate insurance; and (3) executive compensation generally
Excellent analytical, communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to effectively communicate legal advice and engage with lines of business consistent with the Old National Bank’s culture and business strategy
Demonstrated collaboration and relationship-building skills across business units, risk, compliance and operations teams

Responsibilities

Handle various general corporate and public company/SEC matters
Prepare, review and file proxy statements, reports (including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks and Section 16 reports) and registration statements with the SEC
Analysis and prepare Board and Board Committee materials
Handle merger and acquisition activities, including target analysis, due diligence, negotiation of acquisition and ancillary agreements, regulatory applications, SEC filings and closing and post-closing matters
Assist with annual reporting and entity maintenance for our various subsidiaries
Review and negotiate various corporate contracts, including confidentiality agreements
Advise management at all levels with respect to various legal matters
Review and advise on corporate policies and procedures impacting coverage areas
Serve as a strategic legal partner and advisor to the business teams
Coordinate and handle various corporate projects as determined by senior legal leadership