Full-Time
Corporate Governance Counsel
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Economic empowerment through inclusive technology
Consulting
Energy
Social Impact
Financial Services
Consumer Goods
Senior
Remote in USA
Requirements
- 7+ years of relevant corporate experience at a major law firm and/or in-house experience
- Familiarity with NYSE/SEC corporate governance requirements
- Excellent research and writing skills and project management ability
- J.D. degree
- Membership in at least one state bar
- Ability to effectively collaborate with large, cross-functional teams
- Ability to manage projects effectively, with a team-oriented approach
- Sound and practical business judgment
- Strong decision-making abilities and attention to detail, sometimes under time pressure
Responsibilities
- Assist with corporate governance matters, including the preparation of board materials and policies
- Support Block, Inc. and subsidiary governance, including board meetings, state filings, resolutions, and consents
- Work with Block’s People and Equity teams on Block’s equity plans and ESPP
- Liaise and coordinate with product counsel and regulatory counsel to ensure compliance with governance requirements under regulatory licenses in the U.S.
- Assist with shareholder engagement, including Q&A preparation
- Assist with ESG-related matters, including the CSR Report and non-U.S. reporting
- Work with internal business, regulatory, tax, accounting, and compliance teams, as well as with external advisors and experts
- Assist with D&O questionnaires, related party transactions, and conflicts of interest matters for directors and officers
- Conduct legal research on a variety of complex corporate governance issues
- Assist with special corporate projects, including capital markets transactions and M&A
- Work collaboratively to prioritize business objectives and support the corporate aspects of being a public company
- Manage projects with a team-oriented approach
Block is a company deeply invested in economic empowerment through its innovative use of technology across multiple disciplines, including financial forecasting, system security, and inclusive People policies. This multifaceted approach not only fosters an inclusive workplace but also promotes continual learning and growth among its employees, making it a leader in nurturing and implementing new initiatives in its industry.
Company Stage
IPO
Total Funding
$601.2M
Headquarters
Oakland, California
Founded
2009
Growth & Insights
Headcount