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Corporate Governance Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

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The Position We are seeking a Corporate Governance Manager who will be responsible for ensuring the centralization and integrity of the company's corporate governance framework. Reporting to the Head ...

Corporate Governance Manager

London, OH

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The Position We are seeking a Corporate Governance Manager who will be responsible for ensuring the centralization and integrity of the company's corporate governance framework. Reporting to the Head ...

Corporate Governance Manager

Boston, MA

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The Position We are seeking a Corporate Governance Manager who will be responsible for ensuring the centralization and integrity of the company's corporate governance framework. Reporting to the Head ...

Corporate Governance Manager

London, OH · On-site

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The Position We are seeking a Corporate Governance Manager who will be responsible for ensuring the centralization and integrity of the company's corporate governance framework. Reporting to the Head ...

Corporate Governance Specialist

Boston, MA · On-site

$105K - $135K/yr

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About the Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Corporate Governance Specialist to support board governance, legal department operations, regulatory coordination, and executive-level records ...

Corporate Governance Counsel

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$200 - $255/hr

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Corporate Governance Counsel Location New York Business Area Legal, Compliance, and Risk Ref # 10052817 Description & Requirements - Corporate Governance Counsel Bloomberg's Legal Department plays a ...

Corporate Governance Manager

Boston, MA · On-site

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The Position We are seeking a Corporate Governance Manager who will be responsible for ensuring the centralization and integrity of the company's corporate governance framework. Reporting to the Head ...

Corporate Governance Paralegal

Norwalk, CT · Hybrid

$107K - $131K/yr

We're hiring an experienced Corporate Governance Paralegal to partner with our securities, financing, and corporate governance attorneys on high-impact matters. You'll drive key workstreams across ...

Corporate Governance Assistant Checkout.com is seeking a dedicated Corporate Governance Assistant to join our Legal team to support business growth and expansion, with a focus on operations for our ...

Corporate Governance Attorney

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$139K - $243K/yr

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You will report to the SVP, Chief Governance & Corporate Compliance Officer, and Corporate Secretary. This position involves working closely with cross-functional departments and varying levels ...

Corporate Governance Attorney

Washington, DC · On-site

$139 - $243/hr

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Manage and oversee the administration of corporate governance guidelines and corporate policies. * Assist with managing the Board compensation programs. * Provide governance-related advice to, and ...

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How much do corporate governance jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for corporate governance in the United States is $84,613.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $95,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is corporate governance?

A Corporate Governance job involves overseeing a company's policies, practices, and compliance to ensure ethical and legal business operations. Professionals in this role work with executives, boards, and stakeholders to establish governance frameworks, risk management controls, and regulatory compliance measures. Their responsibilities may include drafting governance policies, maintaining corporate records, and ensuring adherence to corporate laws and industry standards. The goal is to promote transparency, accountability, and sustainable decision-making within the organization.

What types of teams or departments does a corporate governance professional typically collaborate with?

Corporate Governance professionals work closely with executive leadership, legal teams, risk management, compliance, and internal audit departments to ensure that the organization's policies and practices align with regulatory and ethical standards. They often participate in board meetings, prepare reports for stakeholders, and serve as a liaison between management and the board of directors. Collaboration with HR, finance, and operations teams is also common when implementing governance policies or conducting risk assessments. This cross-functional work environment helps to promote a culture of accountability and transparency throughout the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the corporate governance position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Corporate Governance, you need a solid understanding of corporate law, risk management, compliance, and organizational structure, often supported by a degree in law, business, or finance. Familiarity with governance frameworks, regulatory compliance systems, and certifications like the Chartered Governance Professional (CGP) are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills help professionals navigate complex issues and build consensus among stakeholders. These competencies are crucial to ensuring transparency, accountability, and ethical management within an organization.

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Infographic showing various Corporate Governance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,613 per year, or $40.7 per hour.

Corporate Governance Specialist

Careers at KKR

Des Moines, IA

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

POSITION SUMMARY 

The AVP will support the corporate governance and secretarial needs of KKR & Co. Inc.'s (KKR) Insurance Business subsidiary, affiliates, and other insurance vehicles (collectively, Global Atlantic), located primarily in the United States and Bermuda.

This role will work closely with both the Insurance Legal and Compliance teams, based in the US and Bermuda, and with the head of the Global Governance/Corporate Secretary team, based in Dublin, to ensure that applicable legal, regulatory, contractual, and reputational requirements are met with respect to internal corporate governance frameworks, corporate organizational documents, and entity constitutional documents. This role is critical to upholding fiduciary standards, supporting boards of directors and their committees, and enhancing transparency, accountability, and operational integrity across KKR's Insurance platform. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Board & Committee Support

  • Coordinate the scheduling and convening of board and committee meetings for Global Atlantic's top holding company, operating companies and co-investment vehicles
  • Manage the forward meeting calendars and agendas for boards and committees
  • Draft agendas, organize collation of board packs/management presentations, notify presenters of agenda items and due dates for materials, including by coordinating with internal teams, executive assistants, independent directors and other external participants, as appropriate
  • Set up meeting materials in Board software solution and distribute in a timely manner
  • Draft meeting minutes for board and committee meetings
  • Serve as a point of contact for independent directors, senior executives and their teams, and external service providers

Document Management & Corporate Formalities

  • Maintain the Insurance Business board and corporate action calendar (which will be primarily based on meetings and other actions occurring in the Eastern US time zone) to ensure timely approval and execution of requisite action items and regulatory filings in multiple jurisdictions
  • Maintain local Governance Frameworks and closely coordinate with colleagues globally on Global Governance best practices and standards (annual reviews and ad hoc, as deemed appropriate)
  • Draft corporate resolutions (including dividend payments, capital contributions, external auditor appointment / re-appointment) and other corporate formalities (e.g., signing authorities, powers of attorney and director appointments/resignations) for all entities
  • Work closely with Gurugram, India, legal entity management team with respect to their management of legal entities through our legal entity management system, Computershare Global Entity Management software ("GEMs"), to the extent there is overlap with this role's support for governance related matters
  • Work closely with legal colleagues drafting incorporation documents and bye-laws and support keeping such documents up to date
  • Maintain the appropriate governance playbooks (or related documents)
  • Coordinate with separate KKR & Co. Inc. public company and Insurance Business legal team regarding U.S. and Bermuda developments that may impact subsidiary corporate governance
  • Provide support for ad hoc global and regional corporate governance projects

Regulatory Filings & Compliance

  • Manage Insurance Business corporate governance document repository by maintaining board materials, minutes and resolutions, governing documents, policies, offering memorandums, SEC filings, organizational charts, and other corporate documents
  • Coordinate legal review of insurance regulatory annual filings related to governance, including Corporate Governance Annual Disclosure (CGAD) and corporate governance content in other regulatory submissions
  • Monitor and track compliance with board-related regulatory requirements and commitments made to regulators
  • Ensure timely review and approval of requisite regulatory filings by applicable Boards

Service Provider Engagement

  • Manage, maintain, and supervise relationships with third-party service providers supporting board and committee operations
  • Oversee and review the board material software system, including managing access permissions, distribution lists, and new licence requests
  • Coordinate external audit document requests and confirmations, as it relates to governance documentation

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Minimum 4+ years of corporate governance or corporate secretary experience in a financial services, insurance, or asset management environment
  • Strong understanding of board governance, corporate formalities, and regulatory compliance requirements
  • Experience supporting multiple boards and committees simultaneously
  • Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (SharePoint, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
  • Proficiency in governance / corporate secretary tools and software, including board portal systems (NBV, Diligent, or similar) and legal entity management systems (GEMs or similar)
  • Ability to understand and manage legal documents and store them in compliance with statutory and company requirements
  • Experience with legal entity management globally is helpful but not required

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This is the expected annual base salary range for this position. Actual salaries may vary based on factors, such as skill, experience, and qualification for the role. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, based on factors such as individual and team performance.  Base Salary Range - $130,000 to $160,000.