Corporate Governance & Securities Counsel
Come grow with James River Insurance!
James River Insurance is an excess and surplus lines segment of James River Group Holdings, Ltd. and operates on an approved non-admitted basis in 50 states and Washington, DC. Since 2003, James River has provided thousands of commercial property and casualty customers with innovative and creative solutions for particular insurance needs.
At James River Insurance, we are committed to providing a stable and rewarding work environment supported by our Core Values and Guiding Principles: Integrity, Accountability, Innovation, Customer Service, Communication, and Teamwork. We are proud of our recent national recognition as a 2023, 2022, and 2021 Top Workplaces USA awards.
James River Group Holdings, Ltd. is a Bermuda-based insurance holding company which owns and operates a group of specialty insurance and reinsurance companies. The Company operates in two specialty property and casualty insurance segments: Excess and Surplus Lines and Specialty Admitted Insurance. The Company tends to focus on accounts associated with small or medium-sized businesses in each of its segments. Each of the Company's regulated insurance subsidiaries are rated "A-" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.
Corporate Governance & Securities Counsel Job Summary
The Corporate Governance & Securities Counsel will provide James River leadership with legal advice and support regarding corporate governance and securities disclosures requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Continuously exhibit and uphold Core Values of Integrity, Accountability, Communication and Teamwork, Innovation and Customer Service
- Assist in the preparation and review of SEC filings, including 10-Ks and 10-Qs
- Lead the preparation of 8-Ks and proxy statements
- Plan the annual general meeting of shareholders
- Advise on compliance with SEC regulations and stock exchange rules
- Assist with oversight of open trade windows and Section 16 filings
- Research and advise in the areas of public disclosures, corporate governance and policies, board and committee oversight responsibilities, and other public company obligations and best practices
- Monitor and maintain Board and committee compliance with corporate governing documents, charters, and guidelines
- Assist with the preparation of board and committee meeting agendas and materials
- Support Internal Audit with SOX compliance matters
- Assist with administering and monitoring the company’s Insider Trading Policy
- Stay current on governance trends and best practices, SEC, and NASDAQ developments
- Oversee work product of outside counsel
- Assist with the company’s environmental, social and governance (ESG) efforts, and stay up to date on proxy advisor policies and voting guidelines
- Assist with the development and review of various corporate policies, standards, frameworks, and related training materials
- Provide legal support to business groups across the company, including finance, accounting, and investor relations as needed (including analyzing, drafting, and negotiating transaction documents, drafting intercompany agreements, and providing regulatory advice)
- Coordinate and supervise outside counsel as needed
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of corporate and securities law
- Knowledge of corporate governance standards and trends
- Ability to self-direct, take initiative and work independently
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Active listening skills
- Ability to exercise sound judgement in making critical decisions
- Ability to convey technical process information in a clear and concise manner
- Attention to detail
- Excellent organizational skills
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Proven ability to provide exceptional customer service
- Research, analysis and problem-solving skills
- Ability to build effective relationships with business partners and influence decisions
- Ability to identify and make process and procedure improvement recommendations
- Strategic thinker with creative problem-solving abilities
- Ability to perform effectively as part of a team
- Continuous learning style
Experience and Education
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Juris Doctorate Degree required
- State Bar Admission required
- Minimum of five years of law firm experience representing public companies in the areas of securities law and corporate governance required
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Other details
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- Job Sub Family Legal
- Pay Type Salary