Paralegal - Corporate Governance & Securities

About the role

As a Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting FactSet's corporate governance and securities function, working on high-impact initiatives that shape how FactSet manages these critical areas. You will join a dynamic and highly collaborative team handling governance, securities, capital markets, and policy matters, where your contribution will be immediate and meaningful. This is an ideal opportunity for a detail-oriented self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and is excited to make a real difference in a fast-growing global company.

Responsibilities

• Support various governance and corporate secretarial initiatives and processes, including assisting senior counsel in preparing materials for board and committee meetings
• Prepare, maintain, and ensure the accuracy of corporate books, minutes, and approvals, and assist with the board and regulatory calendar and planning
• Support periodic and current reporting processes (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K) and proxy statements
• Support the preparation and submission of NYSE/Nasdaq filings and notifications
• Lead Section 16 reporting and beneficial ownership tracking
• Maintain insider trading compliance processes, D&O questionnaires, and related governance certifications
• Support planning and logistics for the annual meeting of shareholders
• Organize and maintain legal files and databases
• Identify governance gaps or process inefficiencies and drive improvements to enhance transparency and reduce risk
• Help implement process improvements, workflow enhancements, and governance best practices
• Provide general administrative support to the Legal team as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience in securities law, preferably at a law firm or in-house legal department; prior in-house experience is required
• Broad exposure to corporate secretarial, corporate law, or other related compliance activities
• Familiarity with SEC reporting, Section 16 compliance, insider trading programs, and public company governance

Skills

• Proficiency with EDGAR, SEC filing platforms, and board portals
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines
• Experience handling confidential information and working with senior management
• Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and commitment to teamwork

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plans
• Discounted employee stock purchase program
• Paid time off for holidays, family leave, and company-wide wellness days
• Flexible work accommodations
• Global community dedicated to volunteerism and sustainability
• Career progression planning with dedicated time each month for learning and development
• Business Resource Groups open to all employees

Pay

The budgeted salary amount range for this position in New York City and the state of Connecticut is $80K‑$100k.

Schedule

Hybrid schedule in NYC: 3 days in‑office and 2 days remote.