Corporate Paralegal - Securities and Corporate Governance - based onsite St. Petersburg, FL
Corporate Paralegal – Securities & Corporate Governance
About the Role
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.
Key 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.
Cook up board communications, approvals, electronic consents, and governance documentation.
Maintain corporate governance policies, charters, and entity records.
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.
Qualifications
5–10+ 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.
Experience with entity management platforms (e.g., Boardvantage, Diligent, hCue) a plus.
Exceptional attention to detail, judgment, and professionalism.
Paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Why Join Us
Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership on high-impact governance and securities matters.
A dynamic, collaborative, and growth-oriented legal department.
Benefits Package
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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