Corporate Secretary
Summary
| Title: | Corporate Secretary |
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| ID: | 1258 |
| Department: | Executive Office |
Description
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Position Title |
Corporate Secretary-Board Governance Specialist |
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Location |
New York, NY |
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Salary |
$100,00-$140,000 |
Position Summary
The Corporate Secretary is responsible for leading the organization’s corporate governance framework, ensuring effective Board and Committee operations, and maintaining compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. This role serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and the Board of Directors, ensuring transparency, accountability, and adherence to governance best practicesCorporate Governance & Board Administration
- Lead planning, coordination, and execution of Board of Directors and Committee meetings
- Develop agendas, compile materials, and ensure timely distribution of board documentation
- Attend meetings and prepare accurate minutes, resolutions, and governance records
- Maintain corporate governance policies, bylaws, and organizational documents
- Ensure alignment with governance best practices and regulatory expectations
Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements
- Maintain corporate filings, records, and disclosures
- Support audits, regulatory exams, and due diligence processes
- Advise leadership and the Board on governance, compliance, and risk matters
Strategic Advisory & Stakeholder Support
- Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership and Board members
- Provide guidance on governance structures, policies, and decision-making frameworks
- Support Board effectiveness through governance enhancements and best practices
- Collaborate with Legal, Risk, and Compliance teams on enterprise initiatives
Operations, Coordination & Execution
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- Manage governance-related projects and initiatives
- Coordinate with internal teams and external partners (e.g., outside counsel, auditors)
- Ensure proper documentation and accessibility of corporate records
- Facilitate committee coordination and track action items
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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- Deep understanding of corporate governance and regulatory frameworks
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- High level of discretion, professionalism, and integrity
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
The Corporate Secretary must have strong experience in corporate governance, board operations, and regulatory compliance. This role requires managing Board and Committee meetings, maintaining corporate records, and ensuring all governance requirements are met. The candidate should be comfortable advising senior leadership on governance and risk matters and handling sensitive information with discretion. Experience in financial services or another regulated industry is preferred.
The ideal candidate must also have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required;
- 5–10+ years of corporate governance, legal, or compliance experience
- Experience in financial services or regulated industries preferred
- Proven experience supporting Boards and executive leadership
- Familiarity with regulatory filings, governance systems, and board operations
