Salary: USD $65,300 - $101,000 / Year
Your Opportunity
At Schwab, you're empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us "challenge the status quo" and transform the finance industry together.
The Office of Corporate Governance supports the board of directors and committees for The Charles Schwab Corporation and its subsidiaries. It is responsible for legal and regulatory matters pertaining to public companies and financial services holding companies, and responsibilities of directors and officers thereof.
As a Sr. Specialist, Corporate Governance, you will provide organizational and logistical support for meetings of the Board of Directors and Committees of The Charles Schwab Corporation, Charles Schwab Bank, SSB, Charles Schwab Premier Bank, SSB and Charles Schwab Trust Bank. You will also assist with various projects as required in the Office of Corporate Governance. The position requires upmost attention to detail to ensure that the support processes you coordinate are of high quality and run smoothly, accurately, and efficiently.
Your primary responsibilities could include, but are not limited to:
Conducts initial review and/or prepares, compiles and uploads board and board committee materials in the Diligent board materials platform.Prepares and/or reviews Governance related presentations for the applicable Committee(s) and or Board(s) as needed.Manages the system of record(s) of the Office of Corporate Governance and maintains corporate records (electronic and hard copy), archiving and redacting appropriate materials, and updating databases/indices.Manages document reviews and due diligence requests for corporate records.Serves as point of contact for the business to connect with the Director, Corporate Secretary and/or Managing Director on Board matters, and drafts resolutions and other routine key governance documents for board meetings as needed.Assists the Legal department with preparation of annual Director and Officer QuestionnairesCorresponds with board members, executives and business partners on matters related to the board.Manages and provides logistical and administrative support in conjunction with board meetings.Prepares correspondence with attention to detail and proper tone, formatting and grammar, gathers and assesses interrelated information, and tracks responses.Other requirements as determined by business needs.
*This is a hybrid position
What you have
To ensure that we fulfill our promise of "challenging the status quo," this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have:
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of three to five years of experience as a Legal Paralegal, governance professional or executive assistant who successfully plans and executes high touch senior-level meetings.General understanding of corporate governance processesExceptional organizational skills and attention to detailStrong verbal and written communication skills and command of grammar and vocabulary, a professional demeanor appropriate for senior-level interactions, dedication and responsivenessAbility to plan ahead and work independently, consistently follow established procedures, prioritize competing demands and accurately complete multiple projects under strict deadlines and in high pressure situations.Excellent computer skills - proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat, experience with electronic portals used to distribute meeting materials such as the Diligent Boards Platform and/or ability to learn new programs quickly .Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting a Corporate Secretary's Office is advantageous
What's in it for you
At Schwab, we're committed to empowering our employees' personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you'll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:
401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase planPaid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positionsPaid parental leave and family building benefitsTuition reimbursementHealth, dental, and vision insurance