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Pagaya · 1 month ago

Deputy General Counsel & Corporate Secretary

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Pagaya is a global technology company focused on reshaping the financial services ecosystem through artificial intelligence. They are seeking a Deputy General Counsel and Corporate Secretary to lead corporate governance matters, advise on compliance with SEC and Nasdaq rules, and manage Board and committee meetings.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Business DevelopmentCreditFinTech

Responsibilities

Lead all corporate governance matters, helping strengthen and evolve Pagaya’s governance frameworks as we scale

Advise senior leadership and cross-functional teams on compliance with SEC and Nasdaq rules, bringing clarity to complex issues

Own the drafting, review, and strategy behind SEC filings, including Proxy Statements, 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, as well as earnings releases and related disclosure

Manage Board and committee meetings end-to-end, ensuring smooth operations, thoughtful materials, and compliance with governance guidelines, charters, and policies

Drive annual shareholder meeting strategy and execution, shaping how we communicate Pagaya’s story to investors

Counsel the Compensation Committee on executive and director compensation, disclosure, and equity programs; oversee Section 16 compliance and support employees on equity matters

Cultivate and manage relationships with outside counsel, ensuring we maximize value and expertise

Oversee our global subsidiary management program across 250+ entities

Partner with Investor Relations and other leaders on key communications and stakeholder engagements

Qualification

Corporate governanceU.S. securities lawPublic-company reportingExecutive compensation disclosureCapital markets experienceRelationship managementBusiness-oriented mindsetCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

10+ years of experience advising on corporate governance, securities laws, executive compensation disclosure, and related finance/tax/treasury initiatives at a public company or top law firm

Strong foundation in U.S. securities law and public-company reporting (10-K/10-Q, Proxy, 8-K, etc.)

Demonstrated ability to communicate complex matters simply, clearly, and persuasively to stakeholders at all levels

Experience managing and interacting directly with Boards and senior executives with tact, professionalism, and confidence

Business-first mindset—you balance legal risk with strategic and operational considerations