Senior Corporate Governance Specialist

At Polaris Inc. we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Polaris is seeking a talented and experienced corporate governance and securities law specialist to be responsible for providing high-level legal support to Polaris Board Senior Leadership and Corporate Secretarys office. This individual will coordinate and complete time-sensitive and confidential work in a broad range of areas including Board governance and planning SEC reporting and compliance subsidiary governance and other aspects of the corporate secretarial function. This position requires 8 years of experience with a focus on corporate governance securities law disclosure (Section 16 reporting) and subsidiary management. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with Directors and Senior Leadership.

Securities/Corporate Governance:

• Supporting corporate secretarial function including preparing corporate board resolutions and minutes assisting with development of agendas for Board and Committee meetings ensuring consistency in Board materials and managing board materials through the Companys board material communication portal.
• Assist with other corporate governance matters including compliance with Committee charters and governance policies collection and coordination of Board and Committee evaluations and director and officer questionnaires.
• Monitor corporate governance and securities law requirements of the SEC DGCL and NYSE; assist with the implementation evaluation and monitoring of corporate governance policies practices and procedures.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of the annual meeting of stockholders and all corporate Board and Committee meetings.
• Assist with SEC filings including proxy statement preparation and documentation.
• Oversee compliance and assist with the process for executive officer stock trading and Section 16 compliance prepare and file Forms 3 4 and 5 maintain EDGAR access credentials and manage records of insider ownership.
• Manage vendor relationships for board portal service of process registered agents transfer agents and proxy services.

Executive Compensation:

• Assist in administering the Companys director compensation programs.

Subsidiary management and contracts:

• Develop and implement a best-in-class approach for corporate governance for global legal entities including being the primary owner of GEMS our entity management software.
• Support the Treasury and Tax teams with legal entity structuring subsidiary management and intercompany documentation.
• Maintain corporate records including resolutions and minutes coordinate appointment of directors and officers manage registration and maintenance of each entity in good standing ensure annual reports are filed and coordinate paperwork for international entities to ensure annual and on-going compliance with corporate and business registration requirements.

Other:

• Support of M&A transactions and other transactions including preparing for closing and organization and preparation of due diligence materials.
• Manage corporate licenses and registrations to do business in states and foreign countries.
• Assist with SOX compliance internal and external audits and other special projects.
• Maintain strong proactive communication with internal partners exercising sound judgment discretion and a high level of professionalism.

• 8 years related experience with a global company and/or law firm with experience interacting with senior executive teams and Boards of Directors
• Strong familiarity with GEMS Diligent Workiva and the Section 16 filing process and willingness and ability to learn how to use new tools
• Advanced proficiency in Teams and Microsoft Office 365 especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge and experience in the areas of corporate governance and securities (33 and 34 Act)

• Excellent communication interpersonal skills and collaboration skills with the ability to build relationships across the business at all levels

• Demonstrated leadership skills that result in the production of high-quality services and exceptional standards
• Strong organizational skills ability to work in high pressured environment and attention to detail is imperative
• Experience working on highly confidential matters responsibly and with discretion
• Ability to prioritize and own competing time-sensitive demands
• Open-minded attitude that no project is too big or too small enthusiasm for learning new things and improving processes and sense of humor
• Office environment with flexibility to work remote limited travel for quarterly board meetings

• Hybrid working model (in office/WFH). Onsite schedule based on business need. Potential for remote based with travel to Polaris locations based on business need dependent on candidate qualifications.

The pay range for Minnesota is $110000 to $135000 per year. Individual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge skills and geography.

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This position is not eligible for sponsorship

To qualify for this position former employees must be eligible for rehire and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious resourceful and driven workforce which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

At Polaris we put our employees first by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance Polaris employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generousmatching contribution to 401(k) financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including health dental and vision insurance wellness programs paid time off gym & personal training reimbursement life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off we support employees who actively volunteer their time efforts and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER RZR and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts garments and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability marital status familial status status with regard to public assistance membership or activity in a local commission protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process should contact Human Resources at or.To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law see:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ().