Staff Attorney – Santander

Perform corporate secretarial functions and provide corporate governance advice.  Responsible for representing the organization on legal matters as assigned.  Provides counsel to managers on legal matters impacting manager’s area of responsibility.

Establish and maintain calendar of Board and Committee meetings

Establish agendas and transmit informational materials for Board and Committee meetings

Attend Board and Committee meetings and prepare minutes of Board and Committee meetings

Prepare documentation and filings for formations, mergers and liquidations of subsidiaries

Assist in implementing Federal Reserve Board’s enhanced prudential standards for banks

Keep informed on new laws and regulations

 

Requirements:

Bachelors or equivalent; Juris Doctorate or equivalent from an accredited institution

Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing in a law firm or in-house corporate environment; prior experience as a corporate secretarial functions

Active & current license to practices law within the United States.

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint); Experience with Board package software (e.g., BoardVantage, Diligent Board Books) a plus; familiarity with New York Stock Exchange listed company standards a plus

Ability to deal effectively with the Board of Directors and executive management

Strong organizational and prioritization skills; ability to manage competing priorities effectively

Proven ability to meet stringent deadlines and adapt to changing priorities

Excellence in drafting; ability to present information in written and oral form clearly and effectively

Ability to define problems and collect relevant information and apply relevant legal principles to relevant factual situations

 

Contact:               Paul Tseko

Paul.tseko@external.santander.us

617 379-4474