Paralegal

Axiom Space is a human space exploration company, building era-defining space infrastructure and delivering technology-driven solutions that will empower civilization to transcend Earth. Beginning with Axiom Station, successor to the International Space Station, the company is pioneering a next-generation orbital settlement that will foster groundbreaking innovation and research in microgravity and drive the global space economy of tomorrow. Today, Axiom Space is the principal provider of commercial human spaceflight services and developer of advanced spacesuits for the Moon and beyond.

About the role

Axiom Space is seeking a bold and dynamic Paralegal who is fueled by high accountability, execution horsepower, and driven to understand our world, science/technology, and life itself, for the benefit of all on Earth and beyond. This role provides critical legal and administrative support to the Legal Department, with a primary focus on assisting the Corporate Secretary function and Finance/Accounting teams. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable working cross-functionally with executive leadership, finance, and external advisors.

Responsibilities

Corporate Secretary & Governance Support

• Assist in the preparation, coordination, and distribution of Board of Directors and Committee materials (agendas, resolutions, minutes, and presentations).
• Maintain corporate records, minute books, governance documents, and subsidiary records.
• Support corporate filings and compliance requirements (e.g., annual reports, state filings, governance disclosures).
• Coordinate logistics for board meetings, including scheduling, document management, and follow-ups.
• Assist with implementation and maintenance of corporate governance policies and procedures.
• Support initiatives designed to enhance the Company’s readiness for potential future public company requirements or other strategic transactions (e.g., securities law filings, trading compliance, equity plan administration).

Finance & Accounting Legal Support

• Assist with due diligence for M&A, financing rounds, or asset purchases (organizing data rooms, reviewing disclosure schedules).
• Prepare closing checklists and closing binders for strategic and financing transactions or credit agreements.
• Support loan/credit facility documentation and covenant and legal compliance tracking.
• Gather documents requested by internal or external auditors.
• Assist with responses to auditor confirmation letters (legal confirmation requests regarding litigation, contingencies).

Contract & Legal Operations Support

• Manage and maintain legal contract databases, document management systems, and legal database systems.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and tracking standard agreements (vendor agreements, engagement letters, etc.).
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders on contract status and execution workflows.
• Support legal operations, including vendor billing, legal spend tracking, and outside counsel coordination.

Risk, Compliance & Other Legal Functions

• Assist with enterprise risk management, ethics, and compliance initiatives.
• Support litigation tracking and document preservation processes.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive legal and financial information with discretion.
• Perform additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal certificate required.
• 5+ years of paralegal experience, preferably in a public company, law firm, or corporate legal department.
• Experience supporting corporate governance, securities filings, or finance-related legal work strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with SEC regulations, corporate recordkeeping, and board processes is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Corporate Secretary or General Counsel functions.
• Exposure to public company reporting and governance frameworks.
• Familiarity with finance, accounting processes, or capital markets activities.

Skills

• Passion for space and the mission.
• Entrepreneurial, growth mindset.
• Perseverance and resourcefulness.
• Track record of making things happen and managing multiple deadlines in ambiguous, fast-moving environments.
• High level of discretion and professionalism with confidential matters.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal/document management systems.
• High EQ and a collaborative mindset to partner within teams and cross-functionally.
• Uses good judgement to problem-solve proactively, positively impacting hard challenges.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and strong organization skills to meet tight deadlines while producing high quality results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Tech-solutioning in using systems and tools to move smarter and faster.

Core Competencies

• Embody core values of leadership, innovation, and teamwork.
• Accountability.
• Technical Rigor.
• Execution Discipline.
• Pride of Delivery.

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on the task. This position may require access to export controlled technical data or technology subject to NASA regulations, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). In accordance with U.S. export control laws, final candidates may be required to undergo additional export control screening to determine eligibility for access. Meeting these requirements is a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements

• Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of the time).
• May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of the time).
• Standard office equipment (PC, phone, printer, etc.).

Schedule

Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet critical project milestones.