Senior Corporate Paralegal - Stamford Connecticut

Company: Michael Page
Location: Stamford, Connecticut
Posted On: 01/22/2025

A leading global company specializing in advanced composites technology is seeking a Senior Corporate Paralegal to join its legal department at its Stamford, CT location. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, international environment supporting corporate governance, compliance, and legal operations for a publicly traded company.Client DetailsA global leader in advanced composite materials.Description

• Oversee the annual corporate governance calendar to ensure compliance with SEC, NYSE, and other regulatory filing and notice requirements.
• Manage domestic and international subsidiary compliance with various legal requirements.
• Prepare and manage minutes, board resolutions, agendas, and materials for board and committee meetings, working closely with the CEO's office on board meeting coordination.
• Handle Section 16 filings (Forms 3, 4, and 5), director and officer questionnaires, NYSE compliance filings, and assist in the preparation of the annual proxy statement.
• Coordinate with external auditors on quarterly audits and SEC filings.
• Organize the annual meeting of stockholders, including materials preparation, voting reports, and calendar management.
• Manage the company's securities trading policy, including the trading window calendar and processing clearance requests.
• Collaborate with professional services firms to implement training programs and manage compliance databases, reports, and training records.
• Support corporate transactions, including M&A, tax, and financing activities.
• Handle complaints received through the Ethics and Compliance hotline and assist with investigations.Profile
  • Bachelor's degree required; Paralegal certificate or equivalent work experience preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a corporate paralegal in an in-house legal department or law firm (public company experience preferred).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with experience managing filing systems.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of '34 Act requirements (e.g., Section 16) and U.S. public company board governance standards preferred.
  • Self-motivated, flexible, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Connecticut Notary Public license preferred.Eligibility Requirements:Candidates must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or lawfully admitted permanent residents.Job OfferThe ideal candidate will be highly organized, flexible, and able to collaborate with global teams while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. This position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and deliver exceptional results under tight deadlines.Benefits are offered day one through Aetna. This role offers a hybrid work schedule. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. More...

        

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