Corporate Affairs Lawyer

About Us

Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing global population and increased demands on resources, our products are instrumental to feeding and sheltering the world.

From developing products that run on alternative power to productivity-enhancing precision tech, we are delivering solutions that benefit people – and they are possible thanks to people like you. If the opportunity to build your skills as part of a collaborative, global team excites you, you’re in the right place.  

Grow a Career. Build a Future!

Be part of this company at the forefront of agriculture and construction, that passionately innovates to drive customer efficiency and success. And we know innovation can’t happen without collaboration. So, everything we do at CNH Industrial is about reaching new heights as one team, always delivering for the good of our customers.

Job Purpose

We are seeking a seasoned Corporate Affairs Lawyer to join our Legal team at our Oak Brook, Illinois office. This is a critical role for an experienced legal professional with deep expertise in corporate governance, SEC reporting, and public company compliance. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a wide range of corporate legal matters, supervising two paralegals, and working closely with executive leadership to ensure legal and regulatory excellence across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Governance & Board Support

• Coordinating the agenda for board of directors, committee and shareholder meetings and ensuring meeting minutes are recorded, and applicable next steps are completed.
• Ensuring corporate legal documents are in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Prepares and maintains official corporate notices, records, and actions of the board of directors and committees and ensures compliance with statutory reporting requirements.
• Monitor and develop procedures set in place by the board of directors/executive team regarding corporate governance, follow developments affecting corporate governance and make recommendations to the board on development of best practices.
• Manage board and committee operations, including meeting logistics, resolutions, minutes, and annual calendars.

Public Company Compliance

• Lead preparation and filing of SEC documents including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings.
• Oversee disclosure processes and advise on Reg FD, insider trading policies, and earnings releases.
• Coordinate with Finance, Investor Relations, and Communications on disclosure and compliance matters.
• Ensure compliance with applicable NYSE listing standards and SEC rules.

Entity & Corporate Management

• Oversee management of domestic and international subsidiaries, including annual filings and corporate records.
• Collaborate with outside counsel on global entity governance and regulatory requirements.

Transactional Support

• Provide legal support for M&A, financing, and other corporate transactions.

Team Leadership

• • Manage and mentor two paralegals, ensuring high performance, development, and alignment with department goals.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Experience Required

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school; licensed to practice law in Illinois or eligible for in-house counsel registration.
• Minimum 10 years of legal experience with a strong emphasis on public company corporate governance and securities law (Mix of top-tier law firm and in-house experience preferred).
• Expertise in SEC regulations, Exchange Act filings, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, and NYSE rules.
• Proven experience advising senior leadership and boards of directors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cross-border governance or multinational entity structures.
• Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks and shareholder engagement.
• Previous experience in a mid-size or large public company.
• Strong leadership skills and experience managing legal professionals.
• Excellent judgment, communication, and organizational skills.

Pay Transparency

​The annual salary for this role is $178,500 - $223,125 plus any applicable bonus (Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.)

What We Offer

We offer dynamic career opportunities across an international landscape. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to delivering value for all our employees and fostering a culture of respect.

At CNH, we understand that the best solutions come from the diverse experiences and skills of our people. Here, you will be empowered to grow your career, to follow your passion, and help build a better future. To support our employees, we offer regional comprehensive benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Savings & Retirement benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Fertility & Family building support
• Employee Assistance Programs 
• Charitable contribution matching and Volunteer Time Off