What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate General Counsel position at S&P Global?
About the Role : Grade Level (for internal use) : 12The Team : This position is with the Corporate Legal Department based in London and New York, consisting of 4 lawyers, 3 paralegals and 1 legal administrative assistant, and reports directly to the Associate General Counsel, International Corporate. The team covers our legal entities globally from a subsidiary governance and corporate legal perspective.The Impact : This position contributes to the subsidiary governance of over 300 legal entities globally and supports the Treasury, Controllers and Tax functions from a corporate legal perspective. This position joins a wider global legal team of over 150.What’s in it for you : Working in a friendly in-house environment with colleagues across multiple functions and business lines, and with third parties, around the globe.Opportunity to develop in-house legal skills within the role.Potential for flexible working.Responsibilities : Serving as primary point of escalation for US corporate issues.Liaising with colleagues in Treasury, Controllers and Tax to provide legal advice and support achievement of their company goals, including cash repatriation, loans and structuring.Preparing and arranging execution of board and shareholder resolutions for US subsidiaries, including to declare dividends, issue loan notes, alter share capital, allot shares, amend articles, change officers and approve annual accounts.Updating and maintaining corporate books and compliance for the company’s US subsidiaries, including overseeing filings and record keeping.Assisting with management of local counsel and corporate service providers abroad to ensure appropriate subsidiary management, corporate compliance and governance of the company’s subsidiaries across LATAM and Canada.Preparation of intercompany agreements and delegations of authority.Liaising with notaries, local counsel and corporate service providers in the US and abroad to assist with corporate subsidiary management, including preparing certificates and arranging for documents to be notarized and apostilled, legalized or consularised.Assisting with maintaining internal record-keeping systems. Experience of Diligent Entities preferred.Corporate due diligence and company searches, obtaining certificates of good standing and similar in the US and worldwide.Compensation / Benefits Information : (This section is only applicable to US candidates) S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $120,456 to $207,939. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is not eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus or sales commission plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits.What We’re Looking For : Basic Required Qualifications : 5 years of relevant experience gained at law firm and / or in-house.JD or LLM from an accredited law school and maintains active bar membership in at least one US state.Excellent corporate law knowledge (NY and Delaware), in particular in the areas of corporate transactions, corporate governance and compliance. Corporate secretarial experience as part of legal role is important.Excellent organizational and project management skills needed to manage time well, prioritize effectively and handle multiple deadlines. Ability to react quickly and adjust priorities on short notice.Computer Skills are preferred - Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook, Diligent Entities.Additional Preferred Qualifications : Professionalism and responsiveness required and ability to effectively communicate with people at all organizational levels of the company.Ability to operate autonomously while being a team player who brings a positive, enthusiastic attitude to the workplace and works collaboratively with other members of the team and with other colleagues.Right to Work Requirements : This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.Return to Work : Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative, Restart, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.Our Purpose : Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.Our People : We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective.Our Values : Integrity, Discovery, PartnershipBenefits : We take care of you, so you can take care of business. Our benefits include : Health & Wellness : Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.Flexible Downtime : Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.Continuous Learning : Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.Invest in Your Future : Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.Family Friendly Perks : It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in-class benefits for families.Beyond the Basics : From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global : At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets.Equal Opportunity Employer : S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race / ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary : $120,456 - $207,939
