Associate Counsel

Alcoa of Australia Ltd; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Healthcare benefits

Hybrid/remote working

Job summary

Alcoa seeks an Associate Counsel, Securities & Corporate Governance to join our Legal team at the Pittsburgh headquarters. You will guide securities compliance, corporate governance, and public disclosures while supporting the Corporate Secretary function. This role offers cross-functional collaboration across the business in a global public company.

Requirements include a JD and active U.S. bar, 2–5 years of experience, and a strong grasp of SEC reporting and governance practices.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in law firm or publicly traded company.
• Strong understanding of SEC reporting requirements and corporate governance practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on securities law compliance and corporate governance.
• Review and support SEC filings and disclosures (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K).
• Advise on board materials, executive compensation, insider trading compliance, and governance matters.
• Monitor regulatory developments and ensure compliance with SEC/NYSE requirements.
• Support investor relations, public disclosures, and financing transactions.

Skills

J.D. degree

SEC compliance

Governance

Attention to detail

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Shape Your World At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper. At Alcoa, you’re an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. This is an opportunity for you to bring your wealth of experience to the team and help shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies. You have the power to shape things to make them better

About the role:

We are seeking an Associate Counsel, Securities & Corporate Governance to join our Legal team at our Pittsburgh headquarters. In this highly visible role, you will provide legal guidance on securities law compliance, corporate governance matters, and public company disclosure obligations while supporting the Corporate Secretary function. This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney who enjoys working across business functions and wants to deepen their expertise in corporate and securities law within a global public company. Provide legal counsel on U.S. securities laws, SEC regulations, and public company compliance requirements. Review and support SEC filings and disclosures, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K. Advise on corporate governance matters, executive compensation, insider trading compliance, and Board-related activities, including preparing and maintaining materials. Monitor regulatory developments and help ensure compliance with SEC, NYSE, and other applicable requirements. Support investor relations, public disclosures, earnings releases, and other external communications. Assist with financing transactions, securities offerings, global subsidiary governance, and other corporate legal initiatives. A willingness to undertake and advise on other legal matters that arise and to provide support to Legal projects as needed

What you can bring to the role:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (or ability to promptly obtain licensure). 2-5 years of relevant experience in a law firm and/or publicly traded company, with exposure to securities law and corporate governance matters. Strong understanding of SEC reporting requirements, public company compliance, and corporate governance practices. Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple high-priority matters under tight deadlines. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Self-motivated, collaborative professional with strong project management skills, a growth mindset, and a desire to expand expertise across legal disciplines

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay, recognition and rewards programs.
• 401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period)
• Healthcare benefits: medical, Rx, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account (generous employer contribution), life and accident insurance
• Work-life balance programs: flexible work scheduling, hybrid/remote working
• Paid time off: 15 vacation days prorated in the 1st year based on hire date, 12 paid holidays, 7 illness days, Care for Family leave up to 40 days, up to 5 bereavement days, maximum of 30 jury duty days, and up to 10 days annual training for military leave
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About the Location

Working at the Pittsburgh Alcoa Corporate Center, located on the thriving North Shore of Pittsburgh, allows employees to experience firsthand, whether working virtually or on-site or a hybrid of the two, what being a values-based company means. Through daily interactions with colleagues and exposure to some of the organization’s highest-level executives, the office creates an environment in which all employees can develop and contribute to their full potential. Outside of the office, Pittsburgh itself is one of the country’s most livable and affordable cities – combining the city feel with small town charm. We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. As a proud equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer, Alcoa is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of a person’s gender, age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, nation of origin, disability, veteran status, language spoken or any other characteristic or status protected by the laws or regulations in the places where we operate

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This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career! Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better. Shape your Career at Alcoa! As an Alcoan you are part of a global team committed to advancing sustainability and delivering excellence and innovation. As a values‑based company, we Act with Integrity, Operate with Excellence, Care for People, and Lead with Courage. Join us and become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. We treat all people with dignity and we believe in inclusion, diversity and enabling all employees to grow and develop their careers with us, where they can pursue their passions.

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