Madison Square Garden Entertainment

Director Legal Corporate Securities

Madison Square Garden Entertainment · New York, NY
New York, NY $113K–$185K Posted 2026-07-31
Salary
$113K–$185K
Type
Full-time
Experience
7+ yr

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment) is a leader in live entertainment, delivering unforgettable experiences while forging deep connections with diverse and passionate audiences. The Company’s portfolio includes a collection of world-renowned venues – New York’s Madison Square Garden, Infosys Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall, and Beacon Theatre; and The Chicago Theatre – that showcase a broad array of sporting events, concerts, family shows, and special events for millions of guests annually. In addition, the Company features the original production, the  Christmas Spectacular Starring the Radio City Rockettes , which has been a holiday tradition for more than 90 years. More information is available at  www.msgentertainment.com .

Who are we hiring?

The  Director  Legal , Corporate Securities will be primarily responsible for  assisting  the SVP, Deputy General Counsel and Secretary with compliance related to securities regulations and NYSE requirements, as well as all aspects of the corporate secretary function. This includes Board matters, materials, and minutes; subsidiary management and maintenance; Board and subsidiary written consents; annual stockholder meeting materials and  logistics ; and management of shareholder matters, including transfer agent relations and trading clearance. This position will work closely with the teams across all three companies — Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. ("MSGS"), Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. ("MSGE"), and Sphere Entertainment Co. ("SPHR").

What will you do?

  • Schedule Board Committee and shareholder meetings in coordination with the SVP, Deputy Counsel & Secretary; coordinate room reservations and technology checks ahead of meetings and liaise with Executive Support, Threat Management and Catering, as applicable.
  • Assist  in the drafting of board and committee minutes, agendas,  materials,  calendars, written  consents  and resolution
  • H elp  execute  Board mailings   including contacting directors  regarding  availability and preparation of Board packages; coordinate payment of Director retainer fees and reimbursement of travel costs.
  • Prepare annual shareholder meeting materials (script, proxy cards, ballots) and coordinate  logistics  with the inspector of elections and transfer agent.
  • Manage director and officer questionnaires, including related party checks   and  maintain  a detailed compliance calendar to ensure all deadlines are met.
  • Draft  initial  proxy statement sections, portions of Forms 10-Q and 10-K, and Form 8-Ks for earnings releases and other required filings.
  • Coordinate with  other departments  to gather information and manage EDGAR submissions through Workiva or filing agent conversion.
  • Prepare initial drafts of required NYSE filings   including written and interim affirmations, officer changes, and outstanding shares and file materials with NYSE upon execution by the SVP, Deputy General Counsel & Secretary and   Chairman  & CEO.
  • Manage Company stock plans, including quarterly reconciliation of plan balances using transfer agent and Fidelity plan sponsor resources .
  • Assist  with trading requests and coordinate with Fidelity and  maintain  pre-clearance  record .
  • Internally track executive holdings and incentive awards to  anticipate  necessary Section 16 filings and to support executive compliance with the  Hart-Scott-Rodino (HSR) Act .
  • D raft routine Forms 3 and 4  and manage filing after  review by SVP ,   Deputy  General Counsel  & Secretary .
  • Assist  in organizing relevant back-up materials to support in-house legal opinions ,   certifications  and transactions .
  • Prepare written consents  by  shareholder s,  director s and officers ,  minutes  and resolutions f or  subsidiaries.
  • Maintain a subsidiary database which  contains  current information  regarding   all  subsidiaries, including officer and director information, the purpose of the entity, shareholder /member  data, stock information,  subsidiary qualifications, activity,  etc.
  • Form, dissolve, qualify and  assist  in  the  withdraw al  of subsidiaries  (including drafting operating agreements and  appropriate resolutions  and  maintaining  current org charts) .
  • Establish  and  maintain  relevant corporate files.
  • Prepare  office r  certificates, incumbency certificates, etc. ,  as  required .
  • Assist   transactions and special projects  as requested by the SVP ,   Deputy  General  Counsel   &  Secretary .
  • Provide exceptional experiences for our guests, partners, and team members, including by adhering to our appearance and presentation guidelines while on-site.

What do you need to succeed?

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience  required .
  • At least 7-10 years  of  in - house experience focused on securities compliance and the corporate secretary function
  • K nowledge of stock exchange requirement s
  • E xperience preparing board minutes, agendas,  shareholders  meeting materials, etc.
  • A bility to use  Microsoft Word and Excel , as well as  Adobe  editing features .
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills .
  • Proven logical skills, well  organized  and detail oriented .
  • Ability to  maintain   the  highest degree of confidentiality and diplomacy , including a polished interface with executives and directors .
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment .
  • Experience with  an  electronic  board materials  distribution platform (e.g., Diligent  Boardbooks ) ,   a  Section 16 filing platfor m  (including new EDGAR Next management)  and  drafting and filing SEC materials in Workiva.
  • Behavior consistent with MSG values (“respect, creativity, teamwork, excellence and a passion to serve”).
  • Paralegal certification  is  a plus .

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Pay Range
$113,000 — $185,000 USD

At MSG, we recognize the importance of upskilling employees’ talents and strengths so they can drive their careers forward. We are proud to offer a robust set of tools and resources to help employees understand their interests and purpose, harness their talents and obtain the skills they need to reach the next step in their careers. Growth and longevity for our employees are top priorities here.

We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. MSG complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination, including considering requests for reasonable accommodations as required.

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Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.

Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.

Live entertainment · Public · New York, United States

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Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. is a leading live entertainment company that owns, operates, and partners with venues and brands across music, sports, theater and events, producing world-class performances and experiences. It focuses on enriching audience engagement through a diversified portfolio of venues, entertainment productions, and media ventures.
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