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Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is based on‑site and requires four days per week in the Brea office to support collaboration and business needs.

The VP, Assistant General Counsel & Assistant Secretary, Corporate Securities & Governance serves as a key member of the Legal & Compliance leadership team responsible for overseeing public company securities compliance, corporate governance, and Board support functions. This role ensures the company’s full compliance with U.S. securities laws, NYSE listing standards, and evolving governance best practices while partnering closely with executive leadership, Finance, Investor Relations, and the Board of Directors.

This leader will drive excellence in disclosure, governance processes, and stakeholder engagement while enabling the business to operate effectively as a public company.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Securities Law Compliance & Disclosure

• Lead and manage all regulatory obligations under the Securities Act of 1933, Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and NYSE Listing Standards
• Oversee preparation, review, and filing of all SEC reports and disclosures including: Form 10-K, Form 10-Q, and Form 8-K; Proxy statements; Registration statements; Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, and 5)
• Drive continuous improvement in disclosure controls and procedures ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance
• Support and coordinate Disclosure Committee processes including materials preparation and meeting execution
• Administer and enhance the company’s insider trading compliance program including policy development, training, and monitoring

Corporate Governance & Board Support

• Serve as Assistant Secretary supporting the Board of Directors and its committees in fulfilling governance responsibilities
• Draft, review, and maintain minutes for Board and committee meetings ensuring accuracy and legal sufficiency
• Prepare and maintain core governance documents and policies including committee charters, corporate governance guidelines, and related materials
• Advise the Board, committees, and executive leadership on corporate governance matters, emerging trends, and regulatory developments
• Support Board and committee meeting planning, materials coordination, and governance workflows

Annual Meeting & Shareholder Engagement

• Lead the planning and execution of the annual meeting of shareholders
• Manage shareholder proposals including evaluation, response strategy, and related disclosures
• Partner with Investor Relations and external advisors on shareholder engagement and governance communication strategies

Corporate Administration & Infrastructure

• Manage the relationship with the company’s transfer agent and oversee equity recordkeeping processes
• Oversee subsidiary management including maintenance of corporate records, entity governance, and compliance requirements
• Ensure alignment of global subsidiary governance practices with enterprise standards

Executive Compensation & Equity Programs

• Provide legal support for executive compensation and equity compensation programs including: Equity plan administration; Disclosure requirements (e.g., proxy compensation tables); Coordination with HR, Finance, and external advisors
• Advise on governance and regulatory considerations related to compensation programs

Corporate Function Legal Support

• Provide ongoing legal support to corporate functions including: Investor Relations (earnings releases, investor communications, disclosure considerations); Treasury (financing transactions, capital markets activities, and related disclosures)
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure legal and regulatory compliance across corporate initiatives

Team Leadership

• Directly manage and develop a small matrixed team of professionals fostering capability, accountability, and professional growth
• Drive operational excellence, process improvement, and scalability within the corporate legal function

Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership
• Significant experience in securities law and corporate governance at a public company and/or major law firm; experience in a multinational public company environment preferred
• Deep knowledge of SEC reporting requirements, NYSE standards, and corporate governance best practices
• Demonstrated experience supporting Boards of Directors and senior executive leadership
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, and ability to manage complex, time-sensitive matters
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across functions including Finance, IR, HR, and executive leadership
• Leadership experience including management of legal professionals or paralegals
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate legal requirements into business-oriented guidance
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to compliance and ethical standards
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on scalable, efficient governance processes

Envista Leadership Expectations

• Operate with integrity and accountability in all interactions and decisions
• Enable business performance by delivering practical, solution-oriented legal advice
• Champion governance excellence while balancing rigor with operational efficiency
• Collaborate across teams and geographies to support enterprise priorities

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Target Market Salary Range

Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed reasonable estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Envista, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K match, and/or other applicable compensation plans.

$325,000 - $360,000

Operating Company

Corporate

Envista is a global leader in the dental industry, uniting more than 30 trusted brands—including DEXIS, Kerr, Nobel Biocare, and Ormco—under one mission: partnering with dental professionals to improve patients’ lives. With a heritage of category-defining innovation, our brands have shaped modern dentistry: Nobel Biocare introduced the first dental implant, Ormco is a pioneer in both traditional and digital orthodontics, DEXIS has long been at the forefront of 2D, 3D and intraoral imaging, and Kerr has supported clinicians for over 135 years. Our high-performing culture is underpinned by our CIRCLe Values and the Envista Business System. Guided by these, we deliver a comprehensive portfolio of technologies, consumables, and services that empower clinicians to provide confident, efficient care—today and for the future. Learn more at http://envistaco.com.

Envista and all Envista Companies are equal opportunity employers that evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “EEO is the Law” poster is available at: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/ compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf.

Envista and its family of companies (Envista) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Envista will consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes submitted by vendors such as search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies (Agency) to have been referred by the Agency free of charge and Envista will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt such unsolicited resumes. An Agency must obtain advance written approval from Envista's internal Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract approved by the Global Talent Acquisition leader and in response to a specific job opening. Envista will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement and written approval in place.