Paralegal (US)

Autolus Therapeutics•Rockville, MD

8d•Remote

About The Position

Autolus is a biopharmaceutical company, advancing innovative therapies at both clinical and commercial stages of development, focused on next-generation, programmed T cell therapies for the treatment of cancer and autoimmune disease. Using a broad suite of proprietary and modular T cell programming technologies, the company is engineering precisely targeted, controlled, and highly active T cell therapies designed to better recognize target cells, break down their defence mechanisms, and eliminate these cells. Autolus has a pipeline of product candidates in development for the treatment of haematological malignancies, solid tumours, and autoimmune diseases. Our team is passionate in the pursuit of excellence and in pushing the boundaries of cancer therapy and autoimmune diseases to deliver life-changing treatments to patients. While working at Autolus you will enjoy a flexible, diverse, and dynamic working environment which actively promotes creativity, leadership, and teamwork. In addition to this Autolus is proud to offer a competitive salary, performance-related bonus as well as private medical insurance, life insurance, and 401-k program. Autolus is developing complex, breakthrough therapies for a globally diverse market and equally recognises that diversity amongst our people is critical to our mission. As we draw on our differences, what we’ve experienced, and how we work, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Requirements

Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as a corporate paralegal in a corporate legal department or law firm, with a focus on SEC filings and state registrations
Strong knowledge of federal and state securities laws and regulations
Detailed understanding of corporate governance and related compliance matters
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficiency in legal research tools and software

Nice To Haves

Experience managing corporate governance activities for entities in the United Kingdom, Germany and/or Switzerland
Paralegal certification from an accredited institution
Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field

Responsibilities

Prepare and file SEC documents, including Form 8-K, Section 16(a) filings, periodic reporting on Forms 10-Q and 10-K.
Assist with state registrations and compliance, including annual reports and business licenses.
Coordinate corporate governance activities throughout the Autolus group, including subsidiaries in the United Kingdom, Germany and Switzerland.
Maintain and organize corporate records, including minute books, resolutions, and bylaws.
Support corporate transactions, including financings, mergers and acquisitions.
Conduct legal research and provide updates and analysis on various corporate legal matters.
Coordinate with external counsel and regulatory agencies as needed.