Job Information
TD Bank Senior Counsel - Corporate and Subsidiary Governance in New York, New York
Work Location:
New York, New York, United States of America
Hours:
40
Pay Details:
$160,000 - $264,000 USD
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Line of Business:
Legal
Job Description:
Department Overview:
TD Legal is a team dedicated to providing industry-leading advice and counsel to all TD business segments and corporate functions. In this Senior Counsel Corporate and Subsidiary Governance role, you will join a dynamic and collegial team of legal professionals within the department’s Corporate Secretary's Office, which manages a wide range of corporate secretarial activities and other strategic initiatives designed to help ensure proper risk oversight of TD’s U.S. entities.
The Senior Counsel, Corporate and Subsidiary Governance role will be critical in providing dedicated support for meetings of the Board of Directors and its committees as well as other support to help manage the Bank’s subsidiary governance and regulatory obligations. The role works closely with the General Counsel, the Office of the CEO and other senior executives and with the Corporate Secretary's Office of the parent company and provides an opportunity for exposure to a range of stakeholders and leaders, both within TD Legal and across the enterprise. The successful candidate will bring strong knowledge of corporate governance and/or subsidiary governance in a corporate legal department or Corporate Secretary's office.
Job Summary:
The Senior Counsel provides oversight, legal advice and support to TD Bank management in Corporate Group Functions and Business Units. Functions as legal expert in one or more defined subject matter areas and/or specific business lines. Provides high level legal advice to specific business area(s), may prepare resolutions, contracts, memoranda to management, litigation documents and forms and participates in major legal actions. Foresees and protects the Company against legal risks.
Depth & Scope:
May manage paralegal and administrative staff, assigning responsibilities and evaluating results
Provides leadership, coaching, counseling and guidance to staff
Supervises external counsel providing advice or other legal services of the Company
Works closely with General Counsel, department attorneys and external legal counsel on specific legal issues related to the Company's business
Gives practical support and assistance to contemporaries, junior attorneys and staff
Volunteers expert advice and experience
Verifies the information has been understood
Serves in one or more permanent or ad hoc practice groups or cross-practice teams of attorneys and staff
Assists in the management of expenditures for external counsel
Advises lines of business on best practices that help minimize legal and litigation risk
May assist General Counsel in developing and managing departmental budget for both internal and external legal spend
Anticipates client needs
Deals with complex legal issues
Clearly delivers difficult messages without jeopardizing client relationships
Gives pragmatic legal opinions with reasons and rationale
Provides advice in ambiguous situations; identifies and prevents future legal risks
Identifies and takes action on future opportunities
Resolves most situations where conflicts arise between the needs and desires of specific business units and the interests of the Company without requiring intervention of more senior attorneys
Demonstrates highest professional ethical and behavioral standards and complies with all applicable Bar Rules and Codes of Professional Responsibility, and corporate ethical and behavioral standards
Participates in special projects and performs additional duties as required
Education & Experience:
Bachelors degree required
J.D. from an Accredited Law School required
10+ Years of related experience
Strong knowledge of at least one area of law relating to banking/financial services operations and issues
Integrity and high moral standards
Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Strong legal and analysis skills
Detail oriented
Must be able to apply legal knowledge to the business
Ability to exercise sound judgment
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong teamwork and client skills
Highly motivated
Ability to provide difficult, complex and unwelcomed legal advice credibly and convincingly to management
Strong technology aptitude including i) proficiency with standard office software and ability to learn and apply new technologies in work environment and ii) capacity to understand current and emerging technologies in the industry and how they affect business objectives
Ability to identify problems and barriers, and effectively implement solutions to advance business strategy
Operates with creativity and innovation; seeks different perspectives and new ideas
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines and priorities
Understands the value of knowledge management , builds and supports systems and tools that efficiently connect people to the knowledge they need to do their job
Preferred Qualifications:
Corporate governance and/or subsidiary governance in a corporate legal department or Corporate Secretary's office
Experience facilitating board and committee meetings, including managing board and committee task lists, preparing meeting agendas and reviewing with Corporate Secretary and Chairman, and taking minutes of meetings
Experience drafting formal and informal board communications, board meeting memorandums, board resolutions and consents, and other documents
Experience providing governance-related guidance to executives and other members of the organization
Experience maintaining corporate records, including minute books, board materials, and corporate entity filings
Experience overseeing subsidiary governance operations of an organization
Experience supporting subsidiary compliance and governance aspects of business development and M&A transactions
Working knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations applicable to corporate governance
Experience working in a regulatory environment
Who We Are:
TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their skills, talent, and creativity to the Bank, those we serve, and the economies we support. We are guided by our vision to Be the Better Bank and our purpose to enrich the lives of our customers, communities and colleagues.
TD is deeply committed to being a leader in customer experience, that is why we believe that all colleagues, no matter where they work, are customer facing. As we build our business and deliver on our strategy, we are innovating to enhance the customer experience and build capabilities to shape the future of banking. Whether you’ve got years of banking experience or are just starting your career in financial services, we can help you realize your potential. Through regular leadership and development conversations to mentorship and training programs, we’re here to support you towards your goals. As an organization, we keep growing – and so will you.
Our Total Rewards Package
Our Total Rewards package reflects the investments we make in our colleagues to help them and their families achieve their financial, physical and mental well-being goals. Total Rewards at TD includes base salary and variable compensation/incentive awards (e.g., eligibility for cash and/or equity incentive awards, generally through participation in an incentive plan) and several other key plans such as health and well-being benefits, savings and retirement programs, paid time off (including Vacation PTO, Flex PTO, and Holiday PTO), banking benefits and discounts, career development, and reward and recognition. Learn more (http://hrportal.ehr.com/tdtotalrewards)
Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.
Colleague Development
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.
Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.
Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.
Accommodation
If you are an applicant with a disability and need accommodations to complete the application process, email the TD Bank US Workplace Accommodations Program at USWAPTDO@td.com . Include your full name, best way to reach you, and the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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