Senior Manager, Corporate Governance (100% Remote/Hybrid in Chicago)

Our client is a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. Our client shapes the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces, and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities. Our client is a Fortune 500 company with annual revenue of $18.0 billion, operations in over 80 countries, and a global workforce of more than 93,000 as of December 31, 2019.

Our Customer seeking a Senior Corporate Governance Manager on a contract basis to help support their ongoing business needs. This role is 100% remote (CST hours) or based out of Chicago-- if in Chicago, there could be a few days in the office (2-3 days/week).

The successful candidate will provide critical support for the company's corporate governance framework, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies, and manage relationships with key stakeholders across the organization and with external vendors.

Responsibilities:

Corporate Compliance & Regulatory Management

• Serve as the primary relationship manager with third-party governance and compliance vendors.
• Prepare and coordinate SEC filings, including Section 16 reports, proxy statements, Forms 8-K, and other required disclosures.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with NYSE listing standards, SEC regulations, and other applicable requirements.
• Implement governance best practices and stay current on evolving regulations and standards.

Board of Directors and Officer Engagement

• Develop and maintain onboarding and training materials for board members.
• Coordinate the annual Director & Officer Questionnaire process.
• Prepare board annual assessment surveys and related materials.
• Prepare related party transaction reports.

Documentation & Record Management

• Draft, review, and maintain corporate governance materials, including director/officer consents, corporate resolutions, and board/committee agendas and minutes.
• Oversee governance documentation for subsidiaries.
• Manage the Global Entity Management System (GEMS), ensuring accurate and up-to-date entity records.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive governance documentation libraries.

Entity Management

• Oversee the formation, maintenance, and dissolution of legal entities globally.
• Coordinate with local counsel and business units on entity-related matters.
• Manage compliance calendars to ensure timely filings.
• Prepare global consolidated entity and affiliate reports.

Policy Development & Implementation

• Support the drafting, review, and rollout of corporate policies and procedures.
• Assist with policy communication and training.
• Monitor compliance and recommend improvements.

Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Manage, mentor, and develop corporate governance team members.
• Respond to governance-related requests from global business and legal stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on corporate governance matters across the organization.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certificate required.
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in corporate governance or SEC compliance, preferably within a publicly traded company.
• Experience in a global organization preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of EDGAR (including EDGAR Next) and Computershare Section 16 manager.
• Comprehensive understanding of corporate law, securities regulations, and governance best practices.
• Experience with board portal software (e.g., Diligent, BoardVantage) preferred.
• Familiarity with global entity management systems.
• Exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools.
• Excellent project management capabilities.
• High level of discretion when handling confidential information.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently.

We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Available upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements) Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.