Counsel, Corporate Governance

at  Verizon

WHEN YOU JOIN VERIZON

Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect around the world. We’re a human network that reaches across the globe and works behind the scenes. We anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together—lifting up our communities and striving to make an impact to move the world forward. If you’re fueled by purpose, and powered by persistence, explore a career with us. Here, you’ll discover the rigor it takes to make a difference and the fulfillment that comes with living the #NetworkLife.

Verizon is looking for an experienced attorney to join the Corporate Governance team in Basking Ridge, NJ or New York City, NY. The attorney in this role will advise the Company, senior management and the Board of Directors on corporate governance and public company matters.

• Monitoring and ensuring Verizon’s compliance with governance-related requirements under Delaware law, SEC rules and regulations, and NYSE and Nasdaq listing standards.
• Assisting with matters related to meetings of the Board of Directors and Board Committees, including preparation of meeting materials, resolutions, minutes and relevant research.
• Assisting with drafting Proxy Statement and related materials for Verizon’s annual meeting of shareholders and handle shareholder proposals and SEC No-Action letter requests.
• Preparing and reviewing SEC filings, including Annual/Quarterly Reports on Forms 10-K/Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K, Section 16 Filings (Forms 3/4/5) and others.
• Providing advice and counsel regarding subsidiary management and corporate recordkeeping.
• Assisting with development of Verizon’s corporate governance policies and related stakeholder advocacy, including preparation for meetings with Verizon’s top institutional investors during annual shareholder engagement.
• Advising on relevant corporate governance, investor relations, insider trading and other public company policies and processes.
• Monitoring corporate governance trends, regulatory and legislative initiatives for impacts on Verizon.