Counsel, Securities

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 159,000 - 273,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Share incentive plan

Health and welfare benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. in New York is seeking a Counsel, Securities to provide strategic legal support across the company’s securities law and treasury activities. You will advise on SEC reporting, disclosure, governance, and financing strategies in collaboration with Treasury, Finance, and Investor Relations.

The role requires a J.D. with 8–10 years in corporate/securities law and NY Bar admission.

Qualifications

• J.D. and 8–10 years in corporate/securities law, preferably in a global public company or top-tier firm.
• Deep knowledge of U.S. securities laws, including Exchange Act reporting and disclosure obligations.
• Experience advising on debt and equity financings and financing transactions.
• Experience supporting SEC filings and earnings disclosures.
• Strong collaboration with Treasury, Finance, and Investor Relations.
• Admission to the NY Bar in good standing.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage high-volume matters with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advise on all securities law matters, including SEC reporting, disclosure controls, and compliance with public company obligations.
• Support capital markets transactions, including debt issuances, equity offerings, and other financing arrangements.
• Partner with Treasury and Finance on credit facilities, liquidity planning, and intercompany financing.
• Review and oversee SEC filings, earnings releases, and investor communications.
• Advise on corporate governance matters, including Board materials and compliance frameworks.
• Provide legal support for treasury-related strategic initiatives, including refinancing and hedging.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external counsel on regulatory developments.
• Maintain and enhance internal policies and documentation related to securities compliance and treasury operations.
• Support M&A transactions from securities and treasury perspectives.

Skills

Securities law

SEC reporting

Debt & equity offerings

Treasury operations

Corporate governance

Investor relations collaboration

NY Bar admission

Strategic thinking

Education

J.D. degree

Bar admission (NY)

Job description

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.

is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, and is a steward of luxury and prestige brands globally. The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le Labo, Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle, GLAMGLOW, KILIAN PARIS, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, the DECIEM family of brands, including The Ordinary and NIOD, and BALMAIN Beauty.

Description

The Counsel, Securities role exists to provide strategic legal support across the Company’s securities law and treasury activities, ensuring compliance with public company obligations and enabling effective capital markets and financing strategies. The position serves as a key partner to Treasury, Finance, and senior leadership, advising on SEC reporting, disclosure, corporate governance, and global financing transactions. We are seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented attorney to join our Legal team and support the Company’s ongoing growth, liquidity management, and capital structure initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and advise on all securities law matters, including SEC reporting, disclosure controls, and compliance with public company obligations.
• Support capital markets transactions, including debt issuances, equity offerings, and other financing arrangements.
• Partner closely with Treasury and Finance on: credit agreements, revolving facilities, and liquidity planning; cash management structures and intercompany financing; and banking and financial institution relationships.
• Review and oversee SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements), earnings releases, and investor communications.
• Advise on corporate governance matters, including Board and committee materials, policies, and compliance frameworks.
• Provide legal support for treasury-related strategic initiatives, including refinancing, hedging arrangements, and capital allocation activities.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external counsel on regulatory developments and best practices in securities and treasury law.
• Maintain and enhance internal policies, procedures, and documentation related to securities compliance and treasury operations.
• Support M&A transactions as needed, with a focus on financing, disclosure, and integration from a securities and treasury perspective.

Qualifications

• J.D. and a minimum of 8 - 10 years’ experience in the practice of corporate and securities law, capital markets, and treasury, preferably within a global public company or top-tier law firm
• Deep expertise in U.S. securities laws, including Exchange Act reporting, Securities Act offerings, disclosure obligations, and corporate governance requirements
• Demonstrated experience advising on debt and equity offerings, credit facilities, commercial paper programs, and other financing transactions
• Strong familiarity with treasury operations, including liquidity management, intercompany financing, cash pooling, and banking relationships
• Experience supporting SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements) and earnings-related disclosures
• Knowledge of corporate governance, board processes, and investor communications
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Treasury, Finance, Investor Relations, and external advisors
• Excellent judgment, drafting, and negotiation skills, particularly in financing and securities-related documentation
• Admission to the Bar of the State of New York (or another state) in good standing
• Strong ability to think strategically and creatively to resolve matters effectively and efficiently and to build strong collaborative relationships with senior management, as well as business leaders and other colleagues in various functions (e.g., Finance, HR, Global Communications, SEC Reporting)
• Excellent legal and business judgment; a high degree of discretion; excellent organizational and verbal and written communication skills
• Someone who strives for excellence in execution and follow-through
• Ability to cover a high volume of matters simultaneously
• Experience with the latest technologies to enhance efficiency

Pay Range

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $158,650.00 to $272,700.00. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program as well as participation in the share incentive plan. In addition,

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with the possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results. In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage (medical, dental, and vision insurance), wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices.

Michigan Applicants: Persons with disabilities needing accommodations for employment must notify the company in writing of the need for an accommodation within 182 days after the date the person with a disability knew or reasonably should have known that an accommodation was needed.

Philadelphia Applicants: Philadelphia's Fair Chance Hiring Law

Rhode Island Applicants: The company is subject to chapters 29-38 of title 28 of the general laws of Rhode Island and is therefore covered by the state's workers' compensation law.