Managing Counsel, SEC

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Job Title

Managing Counsel, SEC

About your role:

You will provide legal support for corporate functions at Fiserv, with emphasis on Securities and Exchange Commission reporting, public company governance and disclosure matters. You will work with Accounting, Tax, Treasury, Human Resources, Corporate Social Responsibility and other corporate teams to manage legal requirements, assess risk and support decisions that help Fiserv operate with clarity and confidence.

 

What you'll do:

• Provide legal support for Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K, proxy statements, Section 16 filings and NASDAQ compliance matters.
• Partner with Human Resources to advise on executive and employee compensation matters, including the design, administration and disclosure of compensation programs and arrangements.
• Review incentive compensation program materials in the United States and internationally, including plan documents, award agreements, employee communications, securities requirements and regulatory requirements in coordination with local counsel, as appropriate.
• Support Treasury on debt financing and credit facilities, including related documentation, compliance obligations and disclosure matters.
• Partner with Corporate Social Responsibility to review regulatory requirements, reports, disclosures, policies and related communications.
• Provide legal support for the board of directors and corporate functions, including research and responses to legal questions that arise from daily business activities.
• Identify potential legal, operational and strategic risks and recommend practical actions that support business objectives and compliance requirements.
• Responsibilities listed are not intended to be all-inclusive and may be modified as necessary.

 

Experience you'll need to have:

• 5+ years of relevant legal experience
• Experience supporting Securities and Exchange Commission reporting, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K, proxy statements, Section 16 filings and NASDAQ compliance.
• Experience advising corporate functions on legal, regulatory, operational and strategic risks in a public company or law firm environment.
• Experience developing legal recommendations, presenting options to stakeholders and resolving complex business issues through written and verbal guidance.
• Active license to practice law in the appropriate jurisdiction, active and in good standing, or equivalent authorization to provide legal counsel in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Juris Doctor degree or higher from a law school approved by the American Bar Association or proper state authorities, or equivalent combination of education, related experience and/or military experience.

 

Experience that would be great to have:

• Law firm experience advising public company clients on securities, governance or disclosure matters.

• Experience in public company SEC reporting.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and advising on executive compensation, incentive compensation, debt financing, credit facility or corporate social responsibility matters.

 

How you'll work:

• This role is on-site Monday through Friday. Fiserv considers in-person collaboration to be an essential part of this role as in-person office experiences help you with your overall onboarding experience and leads to stronger productivity.
• This role requires use of a computer and audio equipment.

How you'll work:

• This role is on-site Monday through Friday. Fiserv considers in-person collaboration to be an essential part of this role as in-person office experience helps you with your overall onboarding experience and leads to stronger productivity.

Sponsorship:

You must currently possess valid and unrestricted U.S. work authorization to be considered for this role. Individuals with temporary visas including, but not limited to, F-1 (OPT, CPT, STEM), H-1B, H-2, or TN, or any candidate requiring sponsorship, now or in the future, will not be considered for this role.

Benefits at Fiserv:

• Fuel Your Life program to support your physical, financial, social, and emotional well-being.
• Paid holidays and generous time away policies.
• No-cost mental health support through Employee Assistance Programs.
• Living Proof program to recognize your peers’ extra effort with points redeemable for rewards.
• Eight Employee Resource Groups to foster a collaborative culture and expand your network.
• Unparalleled professional growth with training, development, and internal mobility opportunities.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options available from day one.
• Retirement planning including 401k match and discounted shares with the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Tuition assistance and reimbursement program.
• Paid parental and military leave.

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Salary Range

$145,000.00 - $240,000.00

These pay ranges apply to employees in New Jersey and New York. Pay ranges for employees in other states may differ.

It is unlawful to discriminate against a prospective employee due to the individual's status as a veteran.

For incentive eligible associates, the successful candidate is eligible for an annual incentive opportunity which may be delivered as a mix of cash bonus and equity awards in the Company’s sole discretion.

Thank you for considering employment with Fiserv.  Please:

• Apply using your legal name
• Complete the step-by-step profile and attach your resume (either is acceptable, both are preferable).

Our commitment to Equal Opportunity:

Fiserv is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by law. 

If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation in completing a job application or otherwise participating in the overall hiring process, please contact [email protected]. Please note our AskHR representatives do not have visibility to your application status. Current associates who require a workplace accommodation should refer to Fiserv’s Disability Accommodation Policy for additional information.

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