About The Position
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Corporate Paralegal with deep expertise in public company securities compliance and corporate governance. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑visibility environment supporting senior legal leadership, including the Corporate Secretary, Board of Directors, and executive management. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge of SEC reporting requirements, NYSE/Nasdaq listing standards, and corporate governance best practices, along with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage complex workflows with precision and confidentiality.
Requirements
- 12+ years of corporate paralegal experience, with at least 3 years supporting a public company required, either through direct employment with a public company or by supporting public company clients at a law firm.
- Deep knowledge of SEC reporting, Section 16, and public‑company governance practices.
- Familiarity with NYSE or Nasdaq listing requirements.
- Strong drafting skills and comfort working directly with senior executives.
- Exceptional attention to detail, judgment, and professionalism.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with entity management platforms (e.g., Boardvantage, Diligent, hCue) a plus.
- Paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, draft, and file Section 16 reports (Forms 3, 4, and 5).
- Assist in drafting and coordinating Form 8‑K, proxy statement, and annual meeting materials.
- Support periodic reporting processes, including 10‑Q and 10‑K information gathering and review.
- Manage 10b5‑1 trading plans, equity award tracking, and insider compliance.
- Set up, onboard, and maintain SEC filing officers, including creating new filer accounts and managing credentials.
- Assist with Board of Directors and committee meeting preparation: agendas, resolutions, presentations, and minutes.
- Coordinate board communications, approvals, electronic consents, and governance documentation.
- Maintain corporate governance policies, charters, and entity records.
- Support planning and logistics for the annual shareholders meeting.
- Handle U.S. subsidiary management, including formation, maintenance, dissolution, and compliance tracking.
- Maintain corporate records, minute books, and databases.
- Manage cross‑functional requests from Legal, Finance, Tax, and other internal stakeholders.
Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary
- Annual Bonus
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
- 401K Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- Annual Merit Increases
- Community Volunteer Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
