Join us today as a Senior Corporate Governance Specialist!
First Business Bank is a Top Workplaces USA company, learn more here. At the heart of First Business Bank, we believe success comes down to putting people first. Our people are our priority — they embody ambition, experience, and client focus. The result is extremely engaged employees who provide unmatched client satisfaction. With comprehensive total rewards to support our team members, a commitment to valuing each other’s differences, and a focus on improving our communities, we are confident you’ll find the experience is your advantage. We’re delighted you’re considering joining us!
Location: Within driving distance of our Madison, WI location or Brookfield, WI. Ability to be onsite 1 week per quarter.
OVERVIEW:
In this key role, you will report to the Director of Corporate Governance & Corporate Secretary, assisting with all aspects of corporate governance. This includes supporting our company’s (Nasdaq: FBIZ) corporate governance framework, board and committee meetings, regulatory compliance and filings, and shareholder relations. You will work closely with senior management, the board of directors, and various departments in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Core objectives & Responsibilities that will lead to success:
- Corporate Governance Framework:
- Assist with a comprehensive range of governance and administrative tasks supporting the corporate governance function, including drafting resolutions, certifications, and other documents, as well as maintain corporate records.
- Serve as a point of contact for board and governance-related communications and support and as backup for the Director of Corporate Governance & Corporate Secretary as needed.
- Conduct research and benchmarking on corporate governance practices.
- Board of Director and Committee Meetings:
- Draft board and committee meeting agendas and coordinate with key stakeholders on board and committee meeting timelines and deliverables.
- Assist in preparing, reviewing, assembling and distributing board and committee meeting materials.
- Serve as recording secretary for assigned board or committee meetings and as backup for the Director of Corporate Governance & Corporate Secretary for other board and committee meetings as needed.
- Regulatory Compliance and SEC, Federal and State Regulatory Filings:
- Assist in the preparation and filing of federal and state regulatory reports and SEC filings, including Form 8Ks and Forms 3, 4, 5 and 144.
- Oversee the annual Directors and Officers questionnaire project.
- Coordinate the collection and submission of material requested for external, internal audits, and financial institution regulatory audits.
- Shareholder Relations:
- Support the preparation, production and distribution of the annual proxy statement.
- Respond to retail shareholder inquiries and assist with transfer agent requests.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting the corporate governance function and administrative oversight of board/committee processes within an in-house legal or governance department or equivalent experience at a law firm specializing in corporate governance.
- Familiarity with corporate governance in the financial services sector or other highly regulated sector, with experience in SEC reporting for a public company preferred.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Effective collaborator with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams, with the ability to address needs proactively.
- Strong time and project management skills, adept at handling multiple projects simultaneously and produce high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.
- Operate independently with a solution-oriented mindset, demonstrating task ownership, critical thinking, and strong decision-making skills.