Senior Paralegal, Corporate Securities and Governance

SharkNinja•Needham, MA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

SharkNinja is seeking a paralegal with a strong background in securities and corporate governance to join their legal team in Needham, MA. This role offers an opportunity to join a fast-paced, innovative global consumer products company with a well-regarded and business-minded legal team. The Senior Corporate Paralegal will assist with securities and public company matters, SEC filings and NYSE requirements, as well as with board and corporate governance. The role will primarily be responsible for assisting attorneys on the Securities and Corporate Governance Team, with opportunities for other projects within the Legal Department and as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer, and to work across functions with other business units. The legal team is described as business drivers, comprised of business-minded attorneys who cultivate their skills to lead many business initiatives and outcomes throughout the organization. They enjoy working closely together, have a strong internal reputation, and have fun rolling up their sleeves to deliver the best consumer experience. The ideal candidate is curious, enjoys driving contracts to exceed business outcomes, and wants to elevate their "legal agility" to work with a fun, highly innovative, fast-paced, and passionate business-minded team.

Requirements

Thorough understanding of U.S. securities regulations, NYSE rules, EDGAR filing practices, and corporate governance best practices
Experience drafting and reviewing SEC filings, corporate governance documents, and board memoranda and presentations
Experience handling confidential information and working with senior management
Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, work efficiently, independently, and effectively in time-sensitive situations
Interest in developing proficiency in multiple areas of the law
Excellent interpersonal and client service skills
Superior verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively across a global enterprise, dealing with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and in various cultures
Proven ability to manage complex matters and exercise sound judgment
Self-motivated to seek out challenges and pursue outrageously extraordinary outcomes
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Minimum of three to five years of experience as a corporate paralegal focused on securities/corporate governance at a firm or in-house
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Experience in management of corporate entities
Commissioned Notary Public or willingness to obtain commission shortly after hire
Law firm and/or in-house practice experience in a publicly traded company preferred
High level of interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to prioritize and manage a large volume of work with various deadlines

Nice To Haves

Experience with board software such as Diligent preferred
Certified as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal preferred

Responsibilities

Assist the legal team in various tasks including but not limited to: Preparing and reviewing the company’s SEC filings, including reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, annual proxy statement (DEF 14A), and related materials
Supporting Board and committee operations, including preparing agendas, minutes, resolutions, and other governance records; maintenance of governance policies and committee charters and related materials
Supporting disclosure controls and procedures and coordinating inputs from cross-functional teams
Supporting director onboarding, training, annual evaluations, and governance-related disclosures
Assisting with annual meeting logistics and related materials
Maintaining insider trading compliance processes, D&O questionnaires, and related governance certifications
Leading Section 16 reporting and beneficial ownership tracking
Assisting with NYSE compliance and required submissions
Managing the formalities necessary to maintain SharkNinja’s domestic and international entities, including coordination with corporate agents and legal counsel to maintain minute books, compliance calendars, and annual report filings; record and report director and officer changes; and maintain qualifications to do business
Preparing resolutions and other legal documents for attorney review