Vice President, Legal Affairs & Assistant Corporate Secretary

UL Solutions•Northbrook, IL

About The Position

Reporting to the Executive Vice President, Chief Legal Officer & Corporate Secretary (“CLO”), the Deputy General Counsel & Assistant Corporate Secretary will partner with senior leaders, the Board of Directors, and key stakeholders across the Company. This role will oversee and advise on public company reporting and disclosure, securities law compliance, corporate governance, M&A, and other corporate matters. The ability to prioritize, exercise sound judgment, establish credibility, and provide practical, business-oriented advice are key attributes for success in this role. Working closely with the Chief Legal Officer, this executive will play a leading role in supporting the Company's public company obligations, Board and committee activities, and governance framework, while advising on M&A, financing, and other strategic initiatives. The successful candidate will be a sophisticated corporate and securities lawyer with executive presence, strong judgment, and the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization. The successful candidate will be highly collaborative and influence-driven, partnering closely with the Chief Legal Officer and senior executive leaders on complex legal, governance, and strategic matters. The right candidate will be an effective communicator who can translate legal issues into practical business advice, navigate competing priorities with diplomacy, and earn credibility through responsiveness, sound decision-making, and a hands-on approach. Given the visibility and growth potential of the position, success will depend on a combination of intellectual agility, business acumen, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Requirements

JD from a top-tier law school and active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
Approximately 12+ years of relevant legal experience, including substantial experience advising public companies on securities law, corporate governance, and transactional matters.
Strong law firm training required; a combination of leading law firm experience and public company in-house experience is strongly preferred.
Extensive experience with SEC reporting and disclosure requirements, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 compliance.
Deep knowledge of federal securities laws, stock exchange listing standards, and evolving corporate governance practices.
Meaningful experience supporting Boards of Directors and committees, including direct interaction with directors and executive leadership.
Demonstrated experience leading and supporting M&A and other strategic corporate transactions from initial evaluation through closing and integration.
Experience advising senior executives and non-legal stakeholders on complex legal and business issues.
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution and management of detailed legal work in a fast-paced environment.
Outstanding written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills with the executive presence necessary to establish credibility across all levels of the organization.
Project management and organizational skills, with the ability to successfully manage numerous competing priorities.
Strong problem-solving abilities and the ability to effectively work with multiple stakeholders and facilitate cross-departmental project teams.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary legal advisor on public company reporting and disclosure obligations, securities law compliance, corporate governance matters, and other general corporate legal issues.
Lead and support preparation and review of SEC filings and related public disclosures, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, earnings materials, investor presentations, and other external communications.
Advise on federal securities laws and regulations, including Exchange Act reporting requirements, Regulation FD, insider trading compliance, Section 16 reporting obligations, and stock exchange governance requirements.
Support the Board of Directors and its committees, including meeting planning, agenda development, preparation and review of materials, resolutions, minutes, and other governance documentation.
Assist in maintaining and enhancing the Company's corporate governance framework, policies, procedures, and governance best practices.
Advise executive leadership and internal stakeholders regarding disclosure implications, governance considerations, and legal risks associated with corporate developments and strategic initiatives.
Lead and support mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, venture investments, and other strategic transactions, including structuring, legal due diligence, negotiation, documentation, execution, and integration activities.
Partner with Corporate Development and business leaders on evaluating strategic opportunities and assessing legal, regulatory, and governance risks.
Advise on corporate restructurings, legal entity management, financings, and other corporate matters.
Coordinate with Finance, Accounting, Investor Relations, Treasury, Tax, Internal Audit, Human Resources, and Communications on matters involving corporate disclosures, governance, executive compensation, equity programs, and strategic corporate initiatives.
Help develop, implement, and maintain policies, controls, and processes designed to ensure compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements globally.
Manage outside counsel effectively and efficiently in connection with securities, governance, transactional, and corporate matters.
Read and follow the UL Solutions Standards of Business Conduct and follow all physical and digital security practices.