Corporate Counsel

Axis Capital

New York, New York, United States
Base: $180,000 - $220,000; bonus/equity: competiti...
Accredited law school graduate
Licensed to practice law in good standing
Minimum 2 years securities experience
This role serves as a legal generalist supporting the Corporate Secretary's team, General Counsel, and broader Legal Team across finance, HR, and investments

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a legal generalist supporting the Corporate Secretary's team, General Counsel, and broader Legal Team across finance, HR, and investments.
  • The position requires significant independent interaction with senior management and the Board of Directors to manage corporate governance and securities law matters.
  • Candidates will receive a base salary between $180,000 and $220,000 plus competitive target incentive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Matching Summary

This role serves as a legal generalist supporting the Corporate Secretary's team, General Counsel, and broader Legal Team across finance, HR, and investments.

Salary

Base: $180,000 - $220,000; Bonus/Equity: Competitive target incentive compensation based on performance; Benefits: Medical plans, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Accredited law school graduate
  • Licensed to practice law in good standing
  • Minimum 2 years securities experience
  • Public company reporting experience
  • SEC filing knowledge (8-K, 10-K, 10-Q)
  • Board meeting minute preparation

Nice-to-have

  • Strong judgment and attention to detail
  • Energetic and adaptable team player
  • Experience with sustainability reporting TCFD/SASB
  • Intellectual property and trademark matters
  • M&A diligence and closing support

Key Requirements

  • Accredited law school graduate
  • Active law license in good standing
  • 2+ years securities/public company reporting experience
  • Based in New York, NY (3 days onsite)

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