VF Corp

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At VF, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. As a purpose-led, performance-driven company, we are committed to inclusion, diversity, equity, and action. So, before we get to the job details, take a minute to learn a little more about us – our values and our culture - visit VF Careers or www.vfc.com.

What will you do?

A day in the life of Senior Counsel, Securities & Cap Markets at VF looks a little like this.

As Senior Corporate Counsel at VF, you will handle a variety of engaging legal issues alongside an accomplished and supportive team of colleagues around the globe, enabling some of the worlds most beloved and iconic brands. You will make a difference for our 30,000+ employees, our shareholders and our millions of consumers by supporting VF’s efforts to provide exceptional disclosure to investors and other stakeholders, ensuring compliance with public company regulations, facilitating strategic business transactions including debt and capital markets offerings, implementing strong governance practices, and ensuring that we manage risk appropriately. Every day you will be living VFʼs core values of integrity, growth mindset, simplicity, consumer-focused and winning together, and you will experience a team culture that is truly special. You will also have fun along the way!

Let’s break down that day-in-the-life a bit more.

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor and valued teammate
• Prepare and review SEC filings, such as Section 16 filings, 8-Ks, 10-Qs, 10-Ks and proxy statements
• Advise on disclosure matters and stock exchange, SEC, and corporate legal requirements
• Coordinate the planning and execution of the annual shareholders meeting
• Assist with communications and investor relations, including the review of press releases and investor communications, including sustainability communications
• Manage shareholder and stakeholder engagement on environmental, sustainability and governance topics
• Handle corporate governance matters and documentation, including the preparation of resolutions, consents, minutes and memoranda
• Support complex finance transactions, including capital markets and M&A transactions
• Provide legal support to the equity administration team relating to shareholder inquiries, equity plans, Rule 10b5-1 trading plans, the administration of the insider trading policy, and related matters
• Understand governance requirements around environmental, sustainability and governance topics
• Manage the legal compliance framework for securities policies and mandatory environmental and sustainability disclosures, including sustainability commitments, goals and targets
• Provide legal advice and guidance to business leaders on matters of corporate law, advising business leaders with strategies to mitigate risk
• Support other matters as needed, including subsidiary and legal entity management, real estate, global supply chain, indirect procurement, international tax, and cybersecurity
• Support the business leaders, colleagues, and other stakeholders to recognize and manage risks, employ risk-mitigation strategies, advise on regulatory and contractual compliance, and assist with various operational and office management matters
• Stay up to date on new legal and company policies, regulations, trends, and procedures relating to corporate law and corporate governance

What do you need to succeed?

We all have unique skills that we bring to work and celebrate every day. For this role, there are foundation skills you’ll need to succeed and excel. Additionally, we are looking for 8 years of experience as attorney at reputable law firm or combination of reputable law firm and in-house, with at least 4 years of experience focused specifically on public company reporting and compliance, capital markets, corporate law and corporate governance

The foundation skills you will need in this position are:

• Juris Doctor (“JD”) degree with demonstrated strong academic performance from a top-tier, ABA-accredited law school
• A good sense of humor, ability to laugh at oneself, and desire to have fun at work!
• Responsible and highly conscientious, with a very strong work ethic and diligent attention to detail
• Highly self-motivated and responsive to the needs of colleagues and stakeholders
• Demonstrated record of resourcefulness, taking initiative, and readily accepting responsibility for delivering results
• Able to uphold the highest standards of discretion and confidentiality
• Demonstrated organizational, planning and time management skills; a proven record of driving for and achieving results; and the ability to advance multiple projects and competing priorities with multi-horizon deadlines, while exhibiting grace and poise under pressure
• Proficiency in using clear, concise and effective verbal and written communication skills to influence all levels of the organization with persuasion, empathy, and diplomacy
• Strong analytical skills and sound professional judgment
• Strong orientation towards teamwork, collaboration and building strong relationships of trust with colleagues and counterparties around the globe and across cultures
• A practical approach, focusing on being a business partner, team member, facilitator, and collaborator
• Demonstrate a positive, “can-do” attitude, support of the clients’ goals, and enthusiasm for the success of VF at all times
• A deep commitment to continuously develop skills and knowledge through research, training, collaborating, and self-improvement, with a growth mindset focused on continuous learning and development
• Strong end-user technology skills are required (including specifically word processing, database, and presentation technologies), as well as the interest and willingness to adopt new technologies rapidly to improve productivity and efficiency
• Admitted to practice law and in good standing in at least one state/jurisdiction
• Strong general corporate background; in-depth public company securities experience helpful
• Ability to lead, influence, and advise at all levels of the VF organization
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Experience working with international teams and cross-border experience a plus
• Experience working with Tax, Treasury, Accounting, Finance, Procurement, M&A, Supply Chain, and other corporate functions a plus

What do we offer you?

At VF, we know you expect as much from us as we do from you. That is why we make a commitment to support and grow our people. We offer extensive development and growth opportunities for your current and future positions, a competitive compensation package, and a strong benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

Our commitment extends beyond this and into your daily work life. We strive to foster a diverse and inclusive culture based on respect, connection, and authenticity. Our focus on DEI is at the foundation of who we are and what we do.

To learn more about VF’s benefits package, follow this MyVFBenefits.com and click “Looking to Join VF”.

To learn more about VF’s Diversity and Inclusion efforts, go to www.vfc.com.

Now WE have a question for YOU.

Are you in?

Hiring Range:

$168,000.00 USD - $210,000.00 USD annually

Incentive Potential: This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.

Benefits at VF Corporation: You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year's medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

Please note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.

At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com. VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.