Senior Securities Counsel - Capital Markets & Treasury

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. 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.