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Emerson

Manager Governance and Securities

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  • Full Time
  • St. Louis, MO, United States
October 6, 2025 Securities Law

Job Description

Description
 Administers and manages paralegal functions related to corporate governance by planning, leading, implementing, improving, and reviewing various corporate initiatives as well as assists in the preparation of materials for the overall operation of the Board of Directors and company securities filings, as directed by the VP Governance & Securities Assistant Secretary.
Responsibilities Will Be:
  • Develops and promotes the critical initiatives of the Governance & Securities group, in collaboration with the VP Governance & Securities Assistant Secretary, by leading and implementing projects on a global level, including: 

    • Management of the legal entity management system of Emerson subsidiaries worldwide as well as their corporate governance documentation (e.g. minute books, draft resolutions and bylaws, incorporation documents, restructuring documents, powers of attorney, etc.)

    • Board of Directors support, including: maintenance of the Director Orientation Guide and other Board materials, assistance with Director and Officer Questionnaires and related reports, maintenance of Board Committee Charters and the Company’s statement of corporate governance

    • Preparing materials for and supporting the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting (including shareholder outreach) as well as the annual Corporate Social Responsibility Report

    • Managing and tracking Requests for Authorization (RFA) forms submitted across Emerson

    • Overseeing corporate structure charts, subsidiary lists, joint venture and affiliates lists, banking information as well as historical records

    • Preparation of various filings and memos/communications with or regarding the Securities and Exchange Commission, New York Stock Exchange, as well as other governmental agencies

    • Coordination of the insider trading program, including maintaining policies and responding to inquiries

  • Collects and uses data from the team to monitor progress and present results to Senior Management to address deficiencies in applicable programs;

  • Contributes to strategic planning and roadmap development efforts to support the Emerson legal team;

  • Establishes and implements a communication strategy with project partners;

  • Manages support resources to ensure that all applicable systems are monitored and performing as expected, escalating issues where necessary;

  • Maintains collaborative working relationships with all [insert applicable Emerson department] team members and assists as needed in the development of projects and pursuits;

  • Leads and coordinates the administrative functions necessary to publish and deliver training programs;

  • Ensures that applicable system implementations satisfy Emerson requirements for internal controls;

  • May coach team members in managing and developing them;

  • Drives team building, engagement, and culture change initiatives;

  • Proactively and independently resolves complex challenges where precedent may not exist;

  • Identifies and advances strategic improvement opportunities and other tasks as assigned.
     

Who You Are:
  • You persist in accomplishing objectives despite obstacles and setbacks. You facilitate an open dialogue with a wide variety of contributors and partners. You deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner. You experiment with a wide range of existing technologies while applying new and emerging options that can enhance organizational outcomes. You gain confidence and trust of others easily. 

 
For This Role, You Will Need:
  • 7-10 years of relevant work experience in (Compliance, Legal)
  • Associate’s degree or equivalent 
  • Advanced MS Office skills
  • Excellent oral and written English 
  • Comfortable working with senior management
  • Strong organizational skills, reliable and good attention to detail

Preferred:

  • Paralegal certificate, advanced degree, or equivalent
     
Our Culture & Commitment to You:
 

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. 

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.






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