Corporate Governance Legal Support Manager

KBR•Arlington, DC

About The Position

We are KBR, a company where opportunities are endless. We define tomorrow's challenges and provide innovative solutions, committed to Zero Harm and our Sustainability Platform. This role would ultimately be part of a new public company formed from our Mission Technology Solutions business, which partners with governments and defense, intelligence, space, aviation, and critical infrastructure customers. Our teams deliver high-end engineering, science, technology, and mission support solutions, helping customers solve complex challenges in demanding environments. Working with us means being rewarded for your contributions with competitive benefits and professional development. We attract the best minds because our expertise thrives on creativity, resourcefulness, and collaboration. We are Legal, taking on any legal or related task across many jurisdictions and cultures, with strong commercial awareness and the ability to adapt to provide practical legal and commercially focused solutions. Reporting to the Vice President & Assistant Corporate Secretary – Corporate, Compliance & Sustainability, the Corporate Governance Legal Support Manager serves as a key member of the Corporate, Compliance & Sustainability team. This role provides advanced legal and governance support for KBR’s public company obligations, ensuring effective execution of corporate governance processes, securities compliance, executive compensation administration, and sustainability reporting. The position partners closely with senior leadership, the Board of Directors and its committees, internal stakeholders, external advisors, and outside counsel to support regulatory compliance and governance best practices. This role combines technical expertise, project management, and operational excellence to drive efficient and compliant governance processes. The successful candidate will be a trusted resource on SEC reporting, Board and committee administration, executive compensation programs, and corporate sustainability initiatives, while identifying and implementing process improvements and technology solutions.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required.
Minimum of 10 years of experience supporting public company corporate governance, securities compliance, executive compensation, or related legal functions within a law firm, public company, or comparable environment.
Demonstrated experience supporting Board of Directors and committee activities for a publicly traded company.
Experience working with SEC reporting and corporate governance requirements.
Strong knowledge of public company governance practices, SEC reporting obligations, and executive compensation administration.
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with directors, executives, legal professionals, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Advanced organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
High level of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential information.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and manage complex governance-related matters.
Demonstrated commitment to collaboration, relationship building, and delivering high-quality client service.
Intellectual curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset, including an interest in leveraging technology and emerging tools to enhance processes.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
Experience with governance and reporting platforms such as Nasdaq Boardvantage, Workiva, EDGAR Next, Toppan Merrill Bridge, Diligent Entities, or similar systems.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage the preparation, coordination, production, and filing of the annual Proxy Statement, including drafting and editing content, supporting data collection, and coordinating contributions from internal and external stakeholders.
Maintain Section 16 reporting compliance, including tracking beneficial ownership, preparing and filing Forms 3, 4, and 5, and administering EDGAR Next accounts.
Draft, coordinate, and file Form 8-K current reports in partnership with internal stakeholders and outside counsel.
Support the preparation of Forms 10-K and 10-Q by assisting with legal questionnaires, exhibit indexes, officer and director signatures, and outside counsel coordination.
Coordinate Board of Directors and committee governance activities, including preparing agendas, resolutions, unanimous written consents, meeting materials, and supporting documentation.
Manage logistics and administration for Compensation Committee, Nominating, Governance & Sustainability Committee, and Sustainability & Technology Committee meetings.
Administer Board and committee self-assessments, director skills assessments, attendance tracking, and governance-related reporting.
Support the Annual Stockholder Meeting, including regulatory requirements, proxy distribution, shareholder communications, and virtual meeting coordination.
Assist with director and officer onboarding activities, maintain governance records, and prepare executive and director biographies.
Administer director compensation programs, including equity awards, cash retainers, dividend equivalents, ownership tracking, and deferred compensation arrangements.
Support insider trading compliance processes, including preclearance requests and coordination with stock plan providers.
Maintain accurate corporate records, governance documentation, and website governance disclosures.
Support SOX compliance efforts by administering and certifying corporate governance-related controls.
Assist with the preparation and administration of executive offer letters and employment-related agreements, including severance, retention, release, and change-in-control arrangements.
Support annual and off-cycle equity and incentive compensation programs, including grant documentation, payout calculations, ownership tracking, and guideline monitoring.
Assist with the administration and legal support of stock plans, employee stock purchase plans, qualified and non-qualified benefit plans, and related employee communications.
Coordinate compensation and benefits information requests for executive tax and financial advisors as appropriate.
Assist with the drafting, editing, and coordination of sustainability and corporate responsibility reporting.
Review, maintain, and update governance and sustainability disclosures for ESG rating agencies and other external stakeholders.
Support sustainability-related governance initiatives and reporting requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve governance, reporting, and compensation administration processes through technology, automation, and best practices.
Leverage governance and reporting platforms to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
Support special projects and other initiatives as assigned by senior legal leadership.