Corporate Governance Liaison/Legal Analyst

Decker Jones, P.C.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Corporate Governance Liaison/Legal Analyst in Houston. This role supports corporate governance and securities law functions, ensuring compliance and facilitating board activities. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, proficiency in reporting tools, and a collaborative mindset, along with a commitment to confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of equivalent experience in corporate governance or legal-related fields.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with reporting software and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administer insider trading compliance and filing with the SEC.
• Assist in the preparation of board materials and proxy statements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on corporate projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Job Description
Chevron is accepting online applications for the position of Corporate Governance Liaison/Legal Analyst located in Houston, TX through June 10, 2025at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time)

This Corporate Governance Liaison/Legal Analyst position is based in Houston, TX and is part of the Corporate Governance department in the Law Function.

Overview:

This position reports to the Assistant Secretary and Senior Managing Counsel, whose team assists with advising the Board of Directors and senior management on corporate governance and securities law matters

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

Providing support, with attorney oversight, with respect to administering the company’s insider trading and 10b5-1 trading plans and related activities, which includes preparing, reviewing and filing Forms 3, 4, and 5 for Section 16 compliance and preparing and filing Form IDs with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Administering all aspects of the company’s board of directors’ compensation program.
Assisting with stock transfer agent activities and contract management, which includes administering the company’s direct stock purchase and dividend reinvestment program and the issuance of corporate dividends.
Assisting with the preparation and filing of Current Reports on Form 8-K with the SEC.
Assisting with drafting the director compensation and stock ownership sections of the proxy statement, coordinating the Annual Meeting of Stockholders, and preparing drafts and making filings with the New York Stock Exchange and California Secretary of State.
Assisting with document production for SOX compliance, internal audits, data privacy, and application assessments, among other compliance requirements.
Partnering with cross-functional teams (e.g., Executive Compensation, External Reporting, Corporate Finance, Corporate Tax, Chevron Strategy & Sustainability, Investor Relations, Treasury, and Corporate Affairs) on various corporate matters, processes, and special projects.
Providing collaborative support for the preparation, printing and dissemination of the proxy statement, planning and coordination of the Annual Meeting of Stockholders, and preparation and distribution of Board and Committee materials through the company’s board portal.
Recommending, documenting, and implementing process improvements and efficiency solutions.
Assisting with special projects and other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years of equivalent experience
Working knowledge of Computershare Section 16 Manager and Workiva or similar reporting software
Proficiency in Excel, including complex sorting/filtering of data, formulas and functions, analysis and other Microsoft Office suite of tools (Word, Outlook, Teams), iManage, Adobe Acrobat, and DocuSign
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify, resolve, and/or escalate issues and potential liabilities in a timely manner
Ability to maintain high quality performance with varied deadlines and competing priorities in a fast-paced work environment
Strong organizational, analytical, proofreading, editing, and research skills
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Demonstrated strong communications skills (both oral and written), with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally to executives and directors
Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset
Self-starter who is adept at working in a team environment and partnering with management, business partners, in-house counsel, outside counsel, and staff
Ability to independently organize and handle projects requiring a high degree of confidentiality and the ability to review, analyze and compile results; the successful candidate must be acutely aware of the confidential, and often privileged, nature of the information involved and diligently maintain confidentiality and/or privilege

Preferred Qualifications:

5+ years’ experience as a paralegal in the areas of corporate governance and securities, preferably with a top-tier law firm or a global in-house legal department at a large public company, as a stock administrator, or as a Finance professional with the appropriate skillset and experience for the position
Paralegal certificate or Certified Equity Professional certification
Securities Law experience, particularly with Section 16 and Form 8-K filings
Familiarity with EDGAR Next and AI tools and platforms
Familiarity with Diligent Boards, or similar board portal system, and Power BI
Corporate Governance research and writing experience

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered within Chevron parameters.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position