Who we are:
American International Group, Inc. (NYSE: AIG) is seeking an experienced Corporate Governance Specialist/Paralegal to join its legal department in New York. This position is based in New York City.
About the role:
The primary role will be to assist with public company corporate governance matters, including preparation for board, committee and shareholder meetings and director compensation. This person will be one of two dedicated paralegals for such matters and will report to a senior member of the Corporate Secretary’s Office.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
Draft and revise corporate resolutions, consents, notices, agendas, minutes, filings and other corporate governance documentation
Maintain corporate legal records, minute books, calendars and playbooks
Assist with preparation for board, board committee and shareholder meetings and distribute meeting materials
Manage board compensation matters, including delivery of director fees and equity compensation and management of deferral election process
Support shareholder engagement
Assist with director questionnaires and independence and related party transactions analyses
Assist with compliance and regulatory filings, including the Proxy Statement, Annual Report and New York Stock Exchange submissions
Oversee service and platforms of third-party corporate governance service providers;
Maintain Board-related subscriptions and Board organizational dues
Draft and distribute communications under the name of the Corporate Secretary
Create and maintain MS Excel documents and PowerPoint presentations and assist in management of board portal
Collaborate with, and serve as a point of contact for internal teams seeking input on Board-related or corporate governance matters
Provide paralegal support to the broader Corporate Legal group as needed
Perform other related duties and ad hoc projects as required
Qualifications:
Significant corporate governance experience inclusive of board of director support, shareholder support and corporate policy work
6+ years of relevant experience with a major public corporation and/or law firm
Insurance industry specific experience a plus
Experience with Diligent Boards and Diligent Entities a plus
Self-starter who can work with minimal supervision
Ability to coordinate complex tasks with multiple stakeholders
Superior organization skills and attention to detail
Excellent communications skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on collaboration
Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate preferred
For positions based in NYC, the base salary range is $115,000 - $125,000. In addition, the position is eligible for a bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable incentive plan. We’re proud to offer a range of competitive benefits a summary of which can be viewed here: AIG Benefits Overview
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Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters
At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.
Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world
American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.
Welcome to a culture of belonging
We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through our flexible work arrangements, diversity and inclusion learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The diversity of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.
AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.
AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com.
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