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Truist Associate General Counsel I - Corporate/Securities Attorney in Charlotte, North Carolina
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Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Please review the following job description:
Truist seeks an attorney to join its Corporate Legal Team to support a wide variety of securities, governance and corporate legal matters. The position can be based in either Atlanta or Charlotte. The position will report to the Senior Associate General Counsel (“AGC”) on the Corporate Legal Team.
Hybrid opportunity *
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
Support internal clients by providing regular legal updates on new developments that may impact their areas and offering suggestions on how the Corporate Legal Team can assist.
Review of quarterly earnings materials and investor conference presentations, including regular review of peer disclosures for best practices.
Review of Form 10-K and 10-Q reports and other periodic disclosures pursuant to the securities laws. Conduct regular review of peer firm filings for recent disclosure trends.
Review of corporate responsibility report and other ESG disclosures.
Preparation of proxy statement for annual meeting of shareholders.
Assist in preparing agendas, presentations, resolutions and other materials for Board and Board committee meetings and taking minutes of meetings.
Assist with managing insider trading program, including preparation of quarterly notices to insiders, clearing trades for directors and executive officers and Form 4 review.
Assist in annual review of corporate policies managed by the Corporate Legal Team.
Assist with Disclosure Committee meetings for review of Form 10-K and 10-Q filings and other regulatory and ESG disclosures.
Conduct reviews of peer corporate governance materials to determine best practices and recent trends.
Review statutes, regulations and NYSE rules for potential changes to annual Director and Officer questionnaires.
Provide research and analysis of legal issues relating to entity management.
Participate in annual shareholder engagement program and planning and execution of annual meeting of shareholders
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions .
Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA accredited law school and licensed to practice law in good standing.
8 years of post-bar experience in a law firm, government, and/or corporate settings.
Current member in good standing with North Carolina, Georgia or other state bar.
Possess superior written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize matters, utilize time management skills, and move between matters fluidly.
Ability to handle a heavy workload, manage stress effectively and meet critical deadlines.
Able to work autonomously without close supervision.
Team-oriented mentality and excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated proficiency in basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office software products.
Ability to effectively communicate ideas and strategies with senior executives.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS
Sitting
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Standing
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Walking
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Bending
Occasionally (Less than 25% of the time)
Lifting
Up to 10 lbs.
Visual / Audio / Speaking
Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.
Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding
Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers.
Availability
Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need.
Travel
Up to 25%
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site (https://benefits.truist.com/)
. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist supports a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
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