Board Governance Counsel — Senior Manager

Capital One; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 183,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital One seeks an experienced attorney to join the Governance and Securities team as a trusted advisor to the Board of Directors and senior management. The role focuses on fiduciary duties, governance guidelines, and board logistics, with responsibilities spanning director onboarding, meeting administration, and policy governance.

Strong in-house or corporate secretary experience, knowledge of Delaware law and SEC/NYSE rules, and the ability to manage multiple projects are required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of at least one state bar.
• At least 4 years in an in-house counsel role or a law firm.
• At least 4 years in a corporate governance and securities law practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic counsel on corporate governance matters including fiduciary duties and board guidelines.
• Draft board and committee materials on governance topics.
• Manage director onboarding, orientation, and education programs.
• Provide logistical and legal support for the board, including agenda-setting, meetings, minutes, and resolutions.
• Oversee annual stockholder meeting and related materials.
• Administer governance guidelines and corporate policies.
• Lead ad hoc governance projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Coordinate with outside counsel as needed.

Skills

Corporate governance

Board support

Regulatory knowledge

Fiduciary duties

In-house experience

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor

Bar admission

Job description

Capital One seeks an experienced attorney to join the Governance and Securities team as a trusted advisor to the Board of Directors and senior management. The role focuses on fiduciary duties, governance guidelines, and board logistics, with responsibilities spanning director onboarding, meeting administration, and policy governance.

Strong in-house or corporate secretary experience, knowledge of Delaware law and SEC/NYSE rules, and the ability to manage multiple projects are required.