S&P Global, Inc

Associate General Counsel - Corporate Governance & Securities

S&P Global, Inc$177K — $309K *
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of relevant experience; in-house experience preferred but not required.
  • J.D. or LL.M. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in New York.
  • Significant experience advising senior executives, audit committees, and boards on corporate governance and securities law.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage a team effectively and prioritize goals.
  • Strong business judgment and proactive issue-spotting skills.

Responsibilities

  • Advise on corporate governance and compliance with U.S. securities laws and regulations.
  • Lead the preparation and filing of SEC reports and public disclosures.
  • Manage capital markets transactions and strategic corporate initiatives from start to finish.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with various departments to ensure successful outcomes in governance and disclosure.
  • Track project timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder coordination effectively.

Benefits

  • Health care coverage designed for mental and physical wellness.
  • Generous time off for work-life balance.
  • Access to resources for continuous personal and professional development.
  • Financial benefits including retirement planning and student loan contribution programs.
  • Family-friendly perks for partners and children.
Full Job Description
About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

14

About The Role: S&P Global is seeking anAssociate General Counsel - Corporate Governance & Securities for itsNew York, NY, USA location.

The Team

This position reports directly to the Vice President, Associate General Counsel & Corporate Secretary and serves as a senior leader within the Corporate Legal Group. The role leads a team of attorneys responsible for securities law, SEC reporting, employee benefits, and related corporate matters and serves as a key strategic advisor to senior management.

Responsibilities and Impact

The Associate General Counsel - Corporate Governance & Securities serves as a senior legal advisor on corporate governance, securities law, disclosure, capital markets, treasury matters, and other strategic corporate transactions. The role partners closely with the CFO, Chief Accounting Officer, Head of Investor Relations & Treasurer, and other senior executives to support the Company's disclosure, public company compliance framework, disclosure controls and procedures, and capital markets and financing transactions. The role will also interact with external auditors, outside counsel, and financial advisors with respect to the foregoing.

The Associate General Counsel - Corporate Governance & Securities also partners closely with the VP, AGC & Corporate Secretary and AGC, Corporate Governance on matters related to corporate governance, shareholder engagement activities, and other strategic corporate matters impacting the governance and reputation of the Company and will have a leadership role in the Company's Board and committee governance processes.

Responsibilities

  • Advise on corporate governance matters and compliance with U.S. securities laws, SEC regulations, NYSE requirements, and other public company obligations.

  • Lead and assist in the preparation, review, and filing of periodic and current SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, proxy statements, and other public disclosures.

  • Lead complex projects, capital markets transactions, financing matters, treasury matters, and other strategic corporate initiatives independently from start to finish, including issue-spotting, execution planning, stakeholder coordination, progress tracking, and delivery of results.

  • Work cross-functionally with Finance, Investor Relations, Treasury, Human Resources, Compliance, Tax, Communications, and other functions to drive execution, resolve issues, track progress, and ensure successful outcomes across governance, disclosure, capital markets, and public company matters.

  • Maintain strong organization and operational discipline across workstreams, including managing timelines, tracking deliverables, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring follow-through on key decisions and outcomes.

  • Assist in the review of earnings materials, investor presentations, press releases, and other stockholder and public communications.

  • Assist in the preparation and execution of the annual corporate governance calendar, including Board and committee meetings, resolutions, agendas, and materials.

  • Monitor and analyze emerging legal, regulatory, and governance developments that impact the Company, its Board, and its stockholders.

  • Provide primary legal support to the Audit Committee in connection with its governance, financial reporting, disclosure, compliance, and oversight responsibilities.

  • Lead, a team of attorneys and legal professionals supporting securities law, SEC reporting, employee benefits, and related corporate matters.

  • Support special projects as assigned by the VP, AGC & Corporate Secretary, including research, drafting, project coordination, and execution from start to finish.

  • Coordinate with outside counsel and other external advisors as needed to support timely, practical, and cost-effective outcomes.

Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)

S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $177,036 to $309,783 USD. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individuals geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits we provide to our employees, please click

What Were Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • Proven ability to take ownership of complex projects and transactions from start to finish, drive execution independently, track progress and results, and deliver clear, practical advice and solutions on established timelines.

  • Highly organized and execution-oriented, with the ability to combine strong legal knowledge and operational expertise to manage multiple priorities, track deliverables, coordinate stakeholders, and drive results.

  • Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across Legal, Finance, Investor Relations, Treasury, Communications, and other functions to execute priorities, solve problems, and deliver successful outcomes.

  • 10+ years of relevant experience; in-house experience is preferred but not required.

  • J.D. or LL.M. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in New York.

  • Significant experience advising senior executives, audit committees, and boards of directors on corporate governance, securities law, disclosure, financing transactions, and strategic corporate matters.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage a team effectively, including prioritizing goals, delegating responsibilities, staying on top of execution, and working cross-functionally to drive results.

  • Strong business judgment, proactive issue-spotting skills, and the ability to identify and address legal and business risks before they become problems.

Right to Work Requirements:

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

Return to Work:

Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative, Restart, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.

Whats In It For You?

Our Mission:

Advancing Essential Intelligence.

Our People:

Were more than 35,000 strong worldwideso were able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. Were committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership


Throughout our history, the worlds leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you cantake care of business. We care about our people. Thats why we provide everything youand your careerneed to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

  • Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

  • Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

  • Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

  • Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

  • Family Friendly Perks: Its not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

  • Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awardssmall perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit:

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected andengaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

Recruitment Fraud Alert:

If you receive an email from a spglobalind.com domain or any other regionally based domains, it is a scam and should be reported to. S&P Global never requires any candidate to pay money for job applications, interviews, offer letters, pre-employment training or for equipment/delivery of equipment. Stay informed and protect yourself from recruitment fraud by reviewing our guidelines, fraudulent domains, and how to report suspicious activityhere.

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S&P Global, Inc Careers

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Learn more about S&P Global, Inc
Size
22,850 employees
Market Cap
$107.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.3 billion
Founded
1888
5 Year Trend
+7.9%
Revenue
$7.4 billion
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