Chief Securities Disclosure Attorney

Chief Securities Disclosure Attorney

Who we are

Corebridge Financial (Corebridge Financial or CRBG) helps people make some of the most meaningful decisions they’re ever going to make. We help them plan and take action to protect the future they envision and respond to some of life’s most difficult moments through the solutions and services we provide. We do this through our broad portfolio of life insurance, retirement, and institutional products, offered through an extensive, multichannel distribution network. We provide solutions for a brighter future through our client centered service, breadth of product expertise, deep distribution relationships, and outstanding team of hardworking and passionate employees.

At Corebridge Financial, Action is Everything. We are a new company, but not a new business. Formerly AIG Life & Retirement, we are one of the largest and most established providers of retirement solutions and insurance products in the United States, with a long and proven track record of serving our clients. We proudly partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take action in their financial lives − for today and tomorrow.

Corebridge Financial Legal, Compliance, Regulatory and Government Affairs department is comprised of attorneys and other professionals providing high quality advisory and transactional support with integrity and objectivity across all parts of the organization. The team ensures an operating environment that minimizes legal, regulatory, and reputational risks and complies with all laws and regulations and Corebridge Financial policies & procedures. This is a global, diverse, and award-winning team that has been recognized for its leadership and innovative solutions. You will also be able to participate in Corebridge Financial award-winning pro bono program.

About the role

The Chief Securities Disclosure Attorney is responsible for providing legal advice and counsel to the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Investor Relations Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and others across the organization on general corporate and securities matters, with primary responsibility for the legal support related to the company’s SEC disclosure and the activities of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. 

The Chief Securities Disclosure Attorney will report to the Deputy General Counsel & Corporate Secretary.

Specific Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and counsel related to the review and preparation of the company’s annual, periodic, and current reports (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K), including the related activities of the Disclosure Committee
• Provide legal advice and counsel related to the quarterly earnings process, including review and preparation of earnings releases, financial supplements, and presentations
• Manage the activities of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, including the preparation and review of meeting agendas and materials, coordinating with business personnel to ensure effective presentations, and counseling the Audit Committee members with respect to their responsibilities and substantive questions
• Provide legal advice and counsel and negotiate documentation related to the company’s debt and equity capital markets transactions, life company medium term note program and other financing arrangements
• Provide legal advice and counsel with respect to the company’s annual proxy statement and related matters such as D&O questionnaires and related party transaction disclosure and beneficial ownership tables
• Provide legal advice and counsel related to New York Stock Exchange governance and filing requirements
• Remain abreast of legislative and regulatory developments related to securities disclosure and make recommendations for changes as needed
• Ensure compliance with federal and state securities laws related to disclosure
• Prepare or supervise the filing of Section 16 reports (Forms 3/4/5)
• In addition to the primary responsibilities above, it is expected that the Chief Securities Disclosure Attorney will work closely with the Chief Capital Markets and Capital Management Attorney and Corporate Secretary to cover all general corporate and securities matters
• Additional matters may include governance matters, corporate restructuring, potential M&A transactions, and other strategic initiatives

What you need to know

Minimum Qualifications:

• JD from an accredited law school
• 15+ years of experience in public company disclosure matters, preferably both at law firm and in-house
• This hybrid role must report to the Jersey City office a minimum