Senior SEC & Governance Paralegal

Amentum•Herndon, VA

11h•$54 - $77•Hybrid

About The Position

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents. Senior SEC/Governance Paralegal will report to the Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel - Securities and Governance within the Legal Department. The Senior SEC/Governance Paralegal will independently handle or provide support to the Deputy General Counsel, as appropriate for the matter, with respect to: (1) various SEC and corporate matters, including compliance processes associated with SEC and Section 16 filings, equity and debt financings, management of the insider trading window preclearance process, (2) various corporate governance and executive and director compensation matters, (3) corporate and subsidiary management activities and compliance as needed, (4) compliance with New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) regulations, and (5) other responsibilities to be assigned from time to time. The Senior SEC/Governance Paralegal will also assist the Corporate Secretary with respect to a wide range of matters associated with the operation and governance of Amentum’s Board of Directors and its committees thereof. US Citizenship is required. This is a HYBRID role; when you are required to be on-site you will report to our Herndon, VA location.

Requirements

Strong legal research and writing skills
Advanced knowledge of personal computing, MS Office Suite applications, Diligent Board Books portal (and various components and products used with it), Workiva, the New York Stock Exchange’s Listing Manager portal, and various internet options/sites, as well as knowledge of CT Corporation’s hCue database preferred
Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to consistently meet deadlines with high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment
Superior organizational/planning skills
Proactive with strong initiative and superior attention to detail
Calm under pressure
Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with all areas and levels of the organization, including, without limitation, Amentum’s board of directors and the executive leadership team
Flexible, has a sense of humor, and a team player who works well in a collegial, respectful environment with designated lines of authority
Associate or Bachelor’s degree required, and Paralegal Certification or Equivalent (including CCGP Certification)
Minimum of eight years of relevant experience in SEC/securities, corporate governance, and corporate secretary
Working with boards of directors for public companies, either (1) all in-house, or (2) at a law firm
With at least three years of in-house experience and the rest with a reputable national or international law firm.
US Citizenship is required

Responsibilities

Assist with legal and compliance processes associated with the preparation of various SEC filings, including Proxy Statement, Forms 10-K and 10-Q, Form 11-K and Section 16 filings
Assist the Deputy General Counsel with due diligence and other matters associated with the Company’s equity and debt financing transactions, including due diligence and closing documents
Assist with the filing of registration statements on Forms S-3 and S-8, and proxy statements, including D&O questionnaires and other due diligence
Assist the Corporate Secretary and Deputy General Counsel with matters attendant to Amentum’s annual meeting of shareholders
Assist with the insider trading window preclearance process
Assist the Deputy General Counsel with beneficial ownership reporting and tracking, and compliance with the Company’s executive and director stock ownership guidelines and stock retention requirements
Assist the Corporate Secretary and Deputy General Counsel with various corporate governance matters, including the preparation or revision of corporate documentation, charters, governance guidelines, and various research on public company corporate governance trends and developments
With appropriate oversight, manage compliance with NYSE listing standards and requirements, including the preparation of annual and interim written affirmations, officer listing changes, and dividend and annual meeting notices
Assist the Corporate Secretary with all matters related to the Amentum’s Board of Directors, and committees thereof, including preparing for Board and committee meetings, preparation of various Board agendas, minutes, resolutions, materials and other matters
Management, operation and governance of the Company’s board information portal, and assistance with the management of the Corporate Records
Other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Corporate Secretary or the Deputy General Counsel from time to time.