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Dollar Tree Stores · 1 week ago

VP Deputy General Counsel, Securities & Corporate Affairs/Assistant Corporate Secretary

Chesapeake, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

Dollar Tree Stores is seeking a Vice President & Deputy General Counsel, Securities & Corporate Affairs, and Assistant Corporate Secretary. This role serves as a key advisor on SEC reporting and corporate governance, providing strategic support to the Board of Directors and overseeing the Corporate Secretary’s office while managing a small team focused on enterprise contracts and privacy compliance.

E-CommerceFamilyFood and BeverageRetailService Industry

Responsibilities

Advise on U.S. federal securities law compliance and disclosure matters, including the Securities Act of 1933 and the Exchange Act of 1934

Oversee related policies and procedures (e.g., Regulation FD, Insider Trading, Corporate Governance Guidelines)

In partnership with the Chief Accounting Officer and VP–Financial Reporting, prepare and/or review SEC filings, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, and 8-Ks

Draft and file proxy statements and Section 16 filings; advise on SEC regulatory matters relevant to directors and executive officers

Support the Corporate Treasurer on financing matters, including credit facilities, bond offerings, commercial paper, and stock buybacks

Provide counsel to the Compensation Committee and executive officers on compensation and stock trading matters, including 10b5-1 plans

Monitor and advise on Nasdaq listing requirements

Assist in planning and scheduling meetings of the Board of Directors and standing committees

Serve as Assistant Corporate Secretary, including preparing Board/committee materials, drafting minutes, and preparing unanimous written consents

Coordinate annual Board evaluations and self-assessments

Manage processes related to the annual shareholders meeting, including proxy distribution, virtual meeting logistics, and investor/proxy advisor outreach

Manage relations with transfer agents, proxy solicitors, and inspectors of election for shareholder records and vote tabulation

Oversee entity management of domestic and international subsidiaries, including maintaining registrations and corporate records

Lead attorneys and staff responsible for vendor and services contracts (excluding real estate and merchandising)

Partner with Procurement and Compliance to drive improvements in vendor risk management and contract lifecycle systems

Provide executive oversight of enterprise privacy compliance, ensuring policies and practices protect employee and customer data, while coordinating with incident response teams on breach notifications

Qualification

Securities law complianceCorporate governanceSEC reportingLeadershipDrafting disclosure documentsCorporate contractsProject managementJ.D. degreeState bar membershipCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsDetail-orientedCollaboration

Required

15+ years of prior experience in securities and/or governance roles at a publicly traded company or law firm (government service in a relevant field also considered)

Extensive experience advising on SEC rules and NYSE or Nasdaq listing standards (Nasdaq preferred)

Proven track record drafting disclosure documents, including proxy statements, earnings releases, Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K

Strong knowledge of corporate governance laws, regulations, and practices; familiarity with board portals (e.g., Diligent)

Broad understanding of corporate contracts, risk mitigation, and vendor agreements

Demonstrated leadership managing attorneys and professional staff

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to influence senior leadership and collaborate across functions

Highly detail-oriented with strong project management skills and ability to meet filing deadlines

J.D. from an accredited institution; strong academic credentials required

Active membership in good standing with at least one state bar