Vice President, Corporate Governance & Securities (WORKS FROM HOME, CO, US)

About Lumen Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications – quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from the people up – committed to teamwork, trust and transparency. People power progress. We’re looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally connect the world and shape the future. The Role Serve as a senior legal advisor reporting to the Senior Vice President of Corporate Governance, Securities, Transactions and Litigation, providing strategic counsel on corporate governance, securities law, executive compensation and public company reporting matters. Advise senior leadership and Board Committees on SEC filings, proxy statements, insider trading compliance, executive pay programs and related governance matters. Partner cross-functionally within the legal department and across finance, human resources, investor relations and business teams to support mergers, acquisitions, capital markets transactions and public disclosure obligations. Drive high standards of compliance, risk management and governance across the organization. The Main Responsibilities

• Lead SEC reporting and public company disclosure processes, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, Section 16 filings, annual reports, earnings releases and investor communications.
• Serve as principal securities counsel to senior leadership, advising on Regulation S-K, Regulation FD, non-GAAP measures, disclosure controls, risk factor and litigation disclosures and federal securities requirements.
• Manage the insider trading compliance program for the Company, advising executive leadership and the Board on trading windows and Rule 10b5-1 plans, ensuring accurate and timely Section 16 reporting and overseeing enterprise-wide pre-clearance of securities transactions.
• Provide strategic counsel on executive compensation programs, including equity and cash incentive plans, equity administration and compliance with SEC, exchange listing and proxy disclosure requirements.
• Advise and support the Audit, Compensation and Disclosure Committees on SEC reporting and disclosure matters, oversight of internal controls and financial reporting, executive and equity compensation programs and related proxy, governance and regulatory requirements.
• Provide legal support on mergers and acquisitions and capital markets transactions, partnering cross-functionally within the legal department and with finance, tax, investor relations and external advisors to drive transactional execution.
• At all times, keep abreast of relevant legal developments and current developments within the business and in the legal and regulatory environment, in order to provide the highest quality of legal and commercial support to the business.

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Significant public company experience and in-depth knowledge of public company financial reporting rules and regulations.
• Prior practice and experience preparing securities filings, advising on corporate governance matters and overseeing compliance with SEC rules, stock exchange requirements and Section 16 matters.
• Mergers and acquisitions and capital markets transactions experience a plus.
• The ability to persevere in the face of challenges, and exhibit a steadfast resolve and relentless commitment to higher standards.
• A leader who is self-reflective and aware of his/her own limitations; leads by example and drives the Company’s performance with an attitude of continuous improvement by being open to feedback and self-improvement.
• Naturally connects and builds strong relationships with others, demonstrating strong emotional intelligence and an ability to communicate clearly.
• An entrepreneurial and creative approach to developing new, innovative ideas that will stretch the Company.
• Comfort with ambiguity and uncertainty; the ability to adapt nimbly and lead others through complex situations.
• A leader who is viewed by others as having a high degree of integrity and forethought in his/her approach to making decisions.
• Strong business judgment with ability to make decisions and provide advice.
• Ability to work collaboratively.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Active member in good standing of the bar of a United States state or jurisdiction.
• 9+ years of relevant legal experience, with both law firm and public company experience.
• Industry experience a plus, but not required.

Compensation

This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges $211,163 - $281,551 in all states. Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process. Learn more about Lumen's:

Benefits

Bonus Structure Requisition #: 341471 Background Screening If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Equal Employment Opportunities We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. Disclaimer The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job