Director, Assistant General Counsel – Executive Compensation

Capital One

. Advise Capital One’s Compensation Committee and senior management on executive compensation matters .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $209,500 - $286,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executive compensation, including compliance with the Internal Revenue Code and SEC regulations, while effectively advising senior management and boards on compensation matters. Proven ability to manage complex projects and communicate sophisticated concepts clearly across various organizational levels.

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Juris DoctorExecutive Compensation ExpertiseSEC ComplianceRegulatory Requirements KnowledgeStrong Organizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Executive CompensationIncentive Compensation PlansDeferred CompensationSeverance PlansProxy Statement PreparationForm 10-K FilingsSection 16 ComplianceCorporate GovernanceLegal AdvisoryMergers and Acquisitions

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

Active State Bar Membership

Industry Keywords

Compensation CommitteeCorporate TransactionsGovernance GuidelinesProxy Advisor PoliciesLegislative Changes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise Capital One’s Compensation Committee and senior management on executive compensation matters
Advise on incentive compensation plans, executive employment agreements, deferred compensation, severance plans, and other compensatory arrangements
Attend Compensation Committee meetings and prepare meeting materials, minutes, and ongoing education programs
Lead executive compensation legal matters arising in private and public company mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions
Partner with the Executive Compensation team on compensation design and equity plan initiatives
Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Tax, and third-party vendors to ensure executive compensation plans and programs comply with governance guidelines and regulatory requirements
Monitor and analyze proxy advisor policies, legislative changes, and SEC rules and disclosures; develop recommendations for stakeholders
Lead executive compensation disclosures in SEC filings, including the proxy statement and Form 10-K
Ensure Section 16 compliance
Support special projects enhancing Capital One’s corporate governance framework

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Active member in good standing of at least one state bar
At least 8 years of experience in an in-house counsel role or at a law firm in an executive compensation practice
Demonstrated expertise in executive compensation, including the Internal Revenue Code, SEC, and other regulatory requirements
Experience supporting boards of directors, committees, and senior management
Ability to build strong relationships across stakeholders and partner groups
Ability to manage multiple projects, take on new responsibilities, and handle novel issues
Ability to rapidly synthesize new information and make timely decisions
Ability to operate effectively in a complex, highly regulated, and evolving environment
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
Strong organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail
Excellent analytical, oral, and written communication skills; ability to explain sophisticated executive compensation concepts to all organizational levels
No employer-sponsored immigration support available for new applicants

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonuses and/or long-term incentives (LTI)
Comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive health, financial, and other benefits supporting total well-being
Hybrid work arrangement
Work-life balance
Business-casual, collaborative work environment
Career development environment
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities