Attorney – US Corporate Governance & Board Support

National Black MBA Association; Northern, New York (KY, NY); Hybrid; USD 158,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America is seeking an experienced attorney to provide legal counsel and manage corporate governance activities for its boards and subsidiaries. You will partner with the Office of the Corporate Secretary and interact with senior leadership to ensure governance processes are effective and compliant.

You will advise on governance matters, support board/committee processes, and draft complex documents while maintaining high integrity and independent judgment in a dynamic financial services

Qualifications

• Attorney with 10+ years of corporate, securities, and governance experience.
• Active license to practice law in at least one state or DC.
• Strong understanding of U.S. public company governance and Delaware law.
• Experience advising financial institutions or complex international corporations.
• Experience advising boards and senior management on governance matters.
• Ability to operate independently with sound judgment on time-sensitive matters.
• Strong written, oral, and drafting skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze legal issues related to corporate functions and governance.
• Provide clear, actionable legal advice to leadership and stakeholders.
• Interpret rulings, laws, and regulations affecting the company.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex governance documents and filings.
• Gather and evaluate information to form sound judgments.

Skills

Advisory

Corporate Governance Management

Oral Communications

Stakeholder Management

Written Communications

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Issue Management

Legal Drafting and Writing

Relationship Building

Executive Presence

Interpret Relevant Laws, Rules, andReg

Presentation Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Education

Doctorate degree

Job description

Job Description:

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits. We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs. At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Job Description:

This job is responsible for providing legal counsel and managing corporate governance activities in support of the boards of Bank of America Corporation, its wholly owned nationally chartered bank subsidiaries, and other U.S. subsidiaries. Key responsibilities include advising on corporate governance matters, supporting board and committee processes, and providing legal guidance related to the responsibilities of the U.S. Office of the Corporate Secretary. Job expectations include partnering with the Operations and Technology Enablement team, managing matters within the Office of the Corporate Secretary’s remit, and supporting the effective execution of governance and operational activities.

Responsibilities:

• Analyzes legal issues and implications on matters related to corporate functions
• Communicates clear, concise, actionable, and business-informed legal advice, including occasionally to leadership
• Interprets rulings, laws, and regulations
• Drafts, reviews, and/or negotiates complex legal documents, such as regulatory filings, engagement letters, offering documents, and legal opinions
• Gathers, assesses, and evaluates information from various sources with an open mind to make a judgment or inference

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience as an attorney with corporate, securities, and public company corporate governance-related experience
• Active license to practice law in at least one state or the District of Columbia
• Understanding of U.S. public company corporate governance rules, regulations, best practices, subsidiary governance matters, and Delaware corporate law
• Experience advising financial institutions or other complex international corporations on corporate governance matters
• Experience advising boards of directors, board committees, and senior management on governance‑related matters
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and exercise sound judgment on complex and time‑sensitive matters
• Strong oral, written, and drafting skills
• Experience leading and participating in cross‑functional teams
• Strong business and legal judgment with the highest standards of integrity
• Ability to navigate a complex, evolving financial services environment

Skills:

• Advisory
• Corporate Governance Management
• Oral Communications
• Stakeholder Management
• Written Communications
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration
• Issue Management
• Legal Drafting and Writing
• Relationship Building
• Executive Presence
• Interpret Relevant Laws, Rules, and Regulations
• Presentation Skills
• Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Management

Minimum Education Requirement:

Doctorate degree in related field

Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:

40

Pay Transparency details

US - NY - New York - 114 W 47th St - 114 W 47th St - Ust (NY8114)Pay and benefits informationPay range$157,500.00 - $236,500.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.Discretionary incentive eligibleThis role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.BenefitsThis role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.