Deputy Corporate Secretary – Head of Subsidiary Governance

Who We Are

At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That’s why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives, for today and tomorrow.

We align to a set of Values that are the core pillars that define our culture and help bring our brand purpose to life:

• We are stronger as one: We collaborate across the enterprise, scale what works and act   decisively for our customers and partners.
• We deliver on commitments: We are accountable, empower each other and go above and beyond for our stakeholders.
• We learn, improve and innovate: We get better each day by challenging the status quo and equipping ourselves for the future.
• We are inclusive: We embrace different perspectives, enabling our colleagues to make an impact and bring their whole selves to work.

Who You’ll Work With

Corebridge Financial Legal, Compliance, Regulatory and Government Affairs department is comprised of attorneys and other professionals providing high quality advisory and transactional support with integrity and objectivity across all parts of the organization. The team ensures an operating environment that minimizes legal, regulatory, and reputational risks and complies with all laws and regulations and Corebridge Financial policies & procedures. This is a global, diverse, and award-winning team that has been recognized for its leadership and innovative solutions. You will also be able to participate in Corebridge Financial award-winning pro bono program.

About The Role:

As a member of the Corebridge Corporate Governance Team, the attorney in this position will support the corporate governance and entity maintenance of approximately 40 U.S. and Bermuda-based subsidiaries of Corebridge Financial, including its operating life insurance companies, trust company, broker-dealers, and other legal entities.  The attorney will provide effective, responsive, and strategic legal advice regarding corporate governance and legal entity management and play a lead role in the development and execution of subsidiary corporate secretarial and governance functions. 

The Corporate Governance team develops, executes, and provides strategic advice on all aspects of corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, governing documents, and best practices, and in support of shareholders, boards, and other stakeholders.  We work collaboratively with each other and with our colleagues to solve problems and achieve company objectives in an effective, efficient, and pragmatic manner.

This role will report to the Deputy General Counsel and Corporate Secretary.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic advice and expert counsel to the CRBG Corporate Secretary, members of subsidiary boards of directors and business personnel with respect to corporate governance and legal entities.

• Draft organizational documents, governance guidelines and policies, committee charters, resolutions, minutes, and meeting presentations, as well as communications to the Board of Directors and senior management, ensuring compliance with applicable corporate and other applicable law (including life insurance, FINRA, Trust Company and other regulatory requirements).

• Execute corporate-related transactions, such as legal entity organizations/dispositions, name changes, redomestications, conversions, qualifications and withdrawals. This position also supports legal entity licensing, qualifications and authorizations.

• Provide legal support for the meetings of shareholders, the Boards of Directors and Board Committees, including collaboration with the CRBG Corporate Secretary and appropriate business personnel with respect to meeting scheduling, agendas, discussion points, logistics and the preparation of meeting materials.

• Ensure CRBG’s compliance with applicable corporate law and regulatory requirements, governing documents and consistent with best practices, and support for subsidiary and CRBG business goals, including corporate governance supporting company dividends and contributions, capital and liquidity management transactions, and financial and treasury matters.

• Maintain corporate secretarial records management processes and legal entity management database, including compliance with SOX/MAR control procedures.

• Supervise the work of one or more paralegals in the corporate secretarial function.

• Collaborate and advise with colleagues as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor from and accredited law school.

• 10+ years of experience in corporate governance, corporate secretarial, and legal entity management.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Insurance or other regulated financial services industry experience.

• Law firm or in-house experience at a US public company.

• Ability to identify and resolve legal issues related to corporate governance through research, analysis, and developing practical and well-reasoned solutions.

• Ability to draft and edit effective corporate governance documents and communications such as board of directors and committee charters, memoranda, and presentations, with scrupulous attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong analytical and written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to create partnerships and work effectively and collaboratively with members of the subsidiary boards of directors, executive and senior management, legal and compliance colleges, and able to provide expert advice and counsel with confidence and authority.

• Experience managing complicated projects and coordinate contributions from multiple disciplines

• Ability to build processes and innovation and train paralegals and staff.

Compensation:
 

For positions based in Jersey City, NJ, the base salary range is $200,000 - $230,000 and the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered will ultimately be dependent on multiple factors, which may include the candidate’s geographic location, skills, experience and other qualifications.

In addition, the position is eligible for a discretionary bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan.

Corebridge also offers a range of competitive benefits as part of the total compensation package, as detailed below.

Work Location:

This position is based in Corebridge Financials' Houston, TX or Jersey City, NJ office and is subject to our hybrid working policy, which gives colleagues the benefits of working both in an office and remotely.

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This role is deemed a “covered associate” under SEC Rule 206(4)-5, 17 CFR § 275.206(4)-5, Political contributions by certain investment advisers, and other federal and state pay-to-play rules. Candidates for the role must not have made any political contributions that, under 17 CFR § 275.206(4)-5 or other federal or state pay-to-play regulations, would disqualify the candidate or Corebridge Financial from conducting Corebridge Financial’s business, or that would otherwise create a conflict of interest for Corebridge Financial. Applicants who are selected to move forward with the application process will be required to disclose all U.S. political contributions they and their household family members have made over the past two years.

Why Corebridge?

At Corebridge Financial, we prioritize the health, well-being, and work-life balance of our employees. Our comprehensive benefits and wellness program is designed to support employees both personally and professionally, ensuring that they have the resources and flexibility needed to thrive.

Benefit Offerings Include:

• Health and Wellness: We offer a range of medical, dental and vision insurance plans, as well as mental health support and wellness initiatives to promote overall well-being.
• Retirement Savings: We offer retirement benefits options, which vary by location.  In the U.S., our competitive 401(k) Plan offers a generous dollar-for-dollar Company matching contribution of up to 6% of eligible pay and a Company contribution equal to 3% of eligible pay (subject to annual IRS limits and Plan terms). These Company contributions vest immediately.
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counseling services and resources are available to all employees.
• Matching charitable donations: Corebridge matches donations to tax-exempt organizations 1:1, up to $5,000.
• Volunteer Time Off: Employees may use up to 16 volunteer hours annually to support activities that enhance and serve communities where employees live and work.
• Paid Time Off: Eligible employees start off with at least 24 Paid Time Off (PTO) days so they can take time off for themselves and their families when they need it.

Eligibility for and participation in employer-sponsored benefit plans and Company programs will be subject to applicable law, governing Plan document(s) and Company policy.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Corebridge Financial, is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and we comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment laws. All applicants will be considered for employment based on job-related qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. At Corebridge Financial, we believe that diversity and inclusion are critical to building a creative workplace that leads to innovation, growth, and profitability. Through a wide variety of programs and initiatives, we invest in each employee, seeking to ensure that our colleagues are respected as individuals and valued for their unique perspectives.

Corebridge Financial is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees, including any accommodations needed on the basis of physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to complete any part of the application or hiring process, please send an email to TalentandInclusion@corebridgefinancial.com.  Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

To learn more please visit: www.corebridgefinancial.com

Functional Area:

LG - Legal, Regulatory & Gov't Affairs

Estimated Travel Percentage (%): No Travel

Relocation Provided: No

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