Vice President Assistant General Counsel

OVERVIEWRealize new levels of autonomy and professional ownership. At Ulta Beauty, our Legal, Risk & Governance team provides clarity and continuity in ways that have made our growth a seamless venture, with keen insights that have opened up new and previously unexplored areas of opportunity. Through superior leadership and work that continually challenges, you’ll have the chance to help set strategic direction through ethical and collaborative thought and practice. THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE:As Vice President Assistant General Counsel, you will:Design and strengthen a best-in-class corporate governance framework that advances board oversight, drives accountability, and embeds ethical rigor into every decision.Champion securities compliance and public-company obligations, transforming complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable policies that protect our market reputation.Partner closely with the CFO and all finance-related functions—including accounting, finance, internal audit, tax, treasury, and investor relations—to align legal strategy with capital markets activities, financial reporting, and investor communications.Lead our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), Sustainability and corporate responsibility agenda, positioning sustainability, stakeholder trust and long-term value creation at the core of our retail operations and merchandising strategies.Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team, embedding a culture of proactive risk management, continuous improvement, and digital innovation across legal operations.YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH THESE GOALS BY:Corporate Governance & Board SupportDevelop, update, and enforce corporate governance policies and charters to align with SEC requirements, stock-exchange standards, and emerging best practices.Coordinate and manage all Board and committee meetings—drafting agendas, preparing detailed board books, and recording minutes.Facilitate annual board and committee evaluations, director independence assessments, and conflict-of-interest disclosures.Oversee maintenance of corporate records, resolutions, and charter amendments, ensuring timely filings and accessibility.Support on board composition, committee mandates, and governance frameworks to optimize oversight and risk management.Provide support to the Compensation team on executive compensation matters, including executive compensation plans, equity programs, incentive structures, and related disclosures.Securities & Public Company ComplianceSupport the preparation, review, and filing of Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, S-1/DEF 14A (proxy statements), and Section 16 officer/director reports.Oversee adherence to stock-exchange listing standards, Regulation FD disclosures, and other public-company obligations.Manage responses to SEC comment letters and coordinate with external counsel and auditors to resolve reporting issues.Design and maintain insider-trading policies, blackout calendars, and related-party transaction procedures.Ensure ongoing Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance by partnering with internal audit on control testing, remediation plans, and quarterly certifications.CFO Function PartnershipCounsel accounting teams on GAAP/IFRS interpretations, restatements, and audit adjustments; liaise with the Audit Committee and external auditors.Advise finance on structuring debt and equity financings, credit facilities, and capital-markets transactions, including negotiation of key deal documents.Advice internal audit on legal risk assessments, control remediation, and investigation protocols.Support tax and treasury on tax planning, transfer-pricing issues, hedging arrangements, and compliance with withholding and reporting obligations.Partner with investor relations on earnings-release reviews, shareholder presentations, and analyst calls to ensure legal accuracy and regulatory compliance.ESG & Corporate ResponsibilityOversee the execution of an integrated ESG and Sustainability strategy, aligning goals with GRI, SASB, TCFD, and emerging regulatory regimes.Drive sustainability initiatives across retail operations and merchandising—such as sustainable sourcing, packaging reduction, energy efficiency, and circular product programs—to enhance brand reputation and operational resilience.Ensure compliance with sustainability rules, regulations, and laws applicable to our retail and merchandising operations.Oversee sustainability reporting, coordinate third-party assurance, and present results in the annual report and proxy statement. THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS:Required: Juris Doctor (JD) and active state bar membership15 years of in-house experience advising public companiesDeep expertise in corporate governance, securities law, finance functions, and SEC reportingDemonstrated success serving as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives, the Board of Directors, and its Audit, Compensation, and Nominating & Governance CommitteesPreferred:Fortune 500 or Big Law background with high-stakes governance and public securities mattersDegree or certification in finance or accountingProven track record leading capital-markets transactions and ESG initiatives Hands-on experience in shareholder engagementKey Competencies:Demonstrated trustworthiness and unwavering discretion in handling highly confidential legal and corporate informationHigh emotional intelligence and interpersonal effectiveness to build trust across functions and executive teamsStrong leadership presence, exceptional written and verbal communication skillsAnticipate changes in regulatory environment to prepare the company for complianceProactive, solution-oriented mindset and comfort navigating ambiguity in a fast-moving regulatory landscapeResilience and adaptability to lead through change, crises, and evolving compliance demandsCollaborative style and strong partnership skills to integrate legal counsel into strategic, cross-functional initiativesPromotion of ethical behavior and integrity in corporate decision makingInfluence good decisions with inquisition, experience, research, data, logic, and common senseDynamic, results-oriented cross-functional collaborator on strategic initiatives, operational transformations, and regulatory challengesReliability of completing strategic initiatives on time, well done, and under budget.Use of metrics and benchmarking to assess results and identify opportunities for improvement  The pay range for this position is $300,000.00 - $360,000.00 / Year with the opportunity for eligible associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company’s bonus plan. Exact pay will be based on factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, level, shift, geographic location, and business and organizational needs. Full-time positions are eligible for paid time off, health, dental, vision, life and disability benefits. Part-time positions are eligible for dental, vision, life, and disability benefits. For additional information concerning our benefits, visit our Benefits and Career Development page: ABOUTAt Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.