MARIANA SANTIAGO

Experienced Senior Legal and Corporate Governance Manager with extensive experience in corporate governance, compliance, and commercial contracts. Skilled in managing board operations, overseeing corporate filings, directing full contract lifecycles, and implementing policies and process improvements. Proven ability to provide strategic guidance, mentor legal and contracts teams, and align governance and compliance with business objectives.

Governance professional skilled in enhancing organizational frameworks and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Proven ability to drive impactful results through strategic planning and effective policy implementation. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and delivering high-quality outcomes. Expert in risk management, stakeholder communication, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Managed board and committee, including agendas, minutes, resolutions, and adherence to governance frameworks, charters, and bylaws.
• Ensured compliance with corporate, securities, and industry-specific regulations while proactively identifying and mitigating legal and operational risks.
• Managed full contract lifecycle from initiation through execution, amendments, renewals, and closeout, streamlining processes and improving efficiency while monitoring obligations and deadlines.
• Acted as a strategic liaison between Legal, Finance, Procurement, HR, Operations, executives, and external parties to align contracts, governance, and compliance with business objectives.
• Conducted compliance audits, risk assessments, and investigations, delivering reports to management, the board, and regulators.
• Administered employee equity programs, including grants, exercises, vesting, and terminations, while ensuring accurate reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Organized and maintained legal files, contracts, and case materials.
• Assisted with reviewing, and processing agreements under attorney supervision.
• Supported compliance with company policies, regulatory filings, and legal procedures.
• Coordinated meetings, deadlines, and communications between legal teams, external counsel, and stakeholders.
• Conducted legal research, prepare summaries, reports, and presentations, and maintain accurate records for contracts, corporate policies, and governance matters.
• Implemented contract management and compliance systems, streamline workflows, and optimize reporting tools to enhance efficiency and reduce organizational risk.
• Handled administrative tasks including calendars, billing, expenses, and correspondence.