Lyneer Search Group · 1 week ago
Corporate Secretary & Assistant General Counsel
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$210K/yr - $250K/yrLyneer Search Group is seeking an experienced Corporate Secretary & Assistant General Counsel to lead corporate governance, public company compliance, and securities law support for a NYSE-listed organization headquartered in New York, NY. This role partners closely with the General Counsel and executive leadership to ensure compliance with SEC regulations, federal securities laws, corporate governance standards, and NYSE listing requirements.
ConsultingProfessional ServicesRecruiting
Hiring Manager
Karen Childers
Responsibilities
Serve as primary Corporate Secretary to the Board of Directors and Board Committees, advising on governance requirements, board processes, and best practices
Plan, organize, and support Board and Committee meetings, including agendas, minutes, materials, and resolutions
Maintain and enhance the company’s governance framework, including committee charters, governance guidelines, policies, and board procedures
Support annual meeting and shareholder governance processes, including proxy-related workflows and stakeholder communications
Partner with legal, finance, and external counsel to support SEC reporting and public company disclosure obligations, including Form 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and related filings
Ensure ongoing compliance with SEC rules, federal securities laws, and applicable corporate governance requirements
Support disclosure controls and procedures, including coordination of disclosure committee workflows (where applicable)
Oversee maintenance of corporate records and entity documentation, ensuring accuracy and audit-ready governance records
Monitor and support compliance with NYSE listing standards, governance requirements, and related public company obligations
Provide guidance on securities law considerations impacting corporate actions, communications, and governance decisions
Support implementation and administration of insider trading policies, trading windows, pre-clearance processes, and related compliance programs
Partner cross-functionally to evaluate and manage governance and compliance risks
Oversee governance-facing shareholder communications and support investor-related disclosures as needed in coordination with internal stakeholders
Maintain accurate corporate and governance disclosures across internal systems and external platforms, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Significant experience supporting public company governance and compliance, preferably in a NYSE-listed environment
Strong working knowledge of SEC regulations, federal securities laws, and corporate governance best practices
Direct experience supporting or coordinating public company reporting cycles (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and related disclosure processes
Demonstrated ability to advise senior leadership and board-level stakeholders with discretion, clarity, and strong judgment
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, including governance documentation and corporate record keeping
Preferred
Prior experience serving as, or supporting, the Corporate Secretary function for a public company
Familiarity with NYSE regulations and the practical application of listing requirements
Experience designing or enhancing insider trading compliance programs and governance policies
Background supporting complex governance matters across multiple committees and stakeholders
Company
Lyneer Search Group
Lyneer Search Group provides executive recruitment and job placement services for clients and candidates in accounting and finance.
Founded in 1992
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
James Radvany
Chief Financial Officer
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