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Director Corporate Business Affairs

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To oversee the annual reports filings in all applicable jurisdictions and maintain “good standing” status for all corporate entities including maintenance of the official corporate minute books. Monitors corporate affairs activities so the organization has the permits, licenses, certificates, authorizations, and other approvals needed to conduct current and future business activities; To direct, organize and provide professional legal support to the Legal Department and assist with the supervision of support staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees multifunctional support responsibilities such as, but not limited to serving as custodian of records for all global corporate entities and providing general corporate support to ensure effective entity management for Sedgwick entities.Conducts statutory research and review or correspondence with state filings and basic reports of the corporate entities including but not limited to the administration of business licensing related to compliance issues for company entities and office locations.Prepares and maintains official corporate records, notices, and actions as required by federal, state, and local jurisdictions and by other regulatory authorities.Creates and maintains processes to assure compliance with organizational records, as well as legal and corporate affairs department files and maintains portal page for Legal Department.Manages staff which performs periodic business filings, certifications, and inquiriesManages intellectual property portfolioSupports mergers and acquisitions functionSupports incentive equity programServes as point of contact for RFP preparation and all corporate governance questions and due diligence requests.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned.Supports the organization's quality program(s).

QUALIFICATIONS
 

Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Paralegal certification required.

Experience
Ten (10) years or more years of corporate legal administrative experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

Skills & Knowledge 

Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skillsPC literate, including Microsoft Office productsLeadership/management/motivational skillsAnalytical and interpretive skillsStrong organizational skillsExcellent interpersonal skillExcellent negotiation skillsAbility to manage multiple projects and set prioritiesAbility to work independentlyAbility to work in a team environmentAbility to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical: Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual: Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.