Paralegal III

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA•Cypress, CA

82d•$95,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Yamaha Motor Finance Corporation, USA (YMFUS) is seeking a Paralegal III to support the YMFUS Legal Department and related Yamaha Motor Finance legal functions. The role contributes to contract management, litigation and bankruptcy matters, corporate governance administration, records management, legal research, and compliance activities to help the organization operate effectively and mitigate legal and regulatory risk. This is a hybrid position permanently based at the Cypress, California Global Headquarters. The Paralegal III also manages, oversees, and mentors the Paralegal I role, providing guidance and direction across key legal support functions. The position requires handling highly confidential information with professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion, and performing other duties and special projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum of 7 years of paralegal experience, preferably supporting corporate legal functions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and exceptional organizational abilities.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage complex documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
Strong drafting, analytical, and multitasking skills.
Ability to work independently, prioritize competing deadlines, and operate with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
Professional demeanor and ability to handle highly sensitive and confidential information.

Nice To Haves

ABA-approved Paralegal Certification.
Experience supporting litigation, bankruptcy, corporate governance, and compliance activities in a financial services or corporate environment.
Prior experience providing guidance, training, or oversight to junior paralegal staff.

Responsibilities

Support litigation and bankruptcy matters, including organizing case files, managing discovery and production requests, overseeing bankruptcy matters, and coordinating with outside counsel.
Manage, oversee, and mentor the Paralegal I role, providing guidance and direction across key legal support functions.
Assist with drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and tracking commercial agreements, including master service agreements, statements of work, and non-disclosure agreements.
Prepare and maintain corporate governance documentation for YMFUS, YMFC, and affiliated entities, including board and committee meeting minutes, resolutions, and shareholder approvals.
Conduct legal research and analysis, monitor relevant legal and regulatory developments, and provide timely updates to stakeholders.
Support company records management and retention programs by coordinating with internal business partners to ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
Assist with compliance activities, including license management, examination and audit support, complaint management, and related research as needed.
Provide legal support and analysis for the annual renewal of Yamaha insurance policies and licenses.
Maintain highly confidential information with professionalism, sound judgment, and discretion.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.