Senior Paralegal, Securities & Corporate Governance

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Role Responsibilities

• Aid in the preparation and submission of SEC reports including Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K, proxy statements, and Section 16 filings.
• Provide support for annual stockholders meetings, including development and preparation of annual stockholders meeting planning worksheet, and manage other stock exchange listing requirements.
• Maintain and update insider trading records and support adherence to the company’s securities trading policy, including assisting with the administration of trading plans, insider trading window and special blackout period notices, and pre-clearance and hardship exemption requests.
• Maintain and update documentation in the global corporate governance platform – including subsidiary and JV entity records, board resolutions, meeting minutes, governance charters, and director questionnaires – and assist in legal entity formation, filings, dissolution, organizational structure charts, etc.
• Develop and maintain Corporate Governance & Securities Calendar for tracking regulatory and governance deadlines to ensure all filings, governance activities and other requirements are completed on time.
• Support the Corporate Governance Community of Practice by managing central hub for exchanging best practices, establishing consistent processes, standardizing tools, and tracking cost savings across the company’s global platform.
• Conduct legal research and monitor regulatory developments related to securities law and corporate governance; assist in developing employee training.
• Serve as point of contact for internal stakeholders and external advisors across legal, finance, tax, investor relations, human resources, and other functions globally to gather and verify information for public disclosures, legal entity matters, etc.
• Participate in training, networking, and development opportunities associated with governance and securities-related professional associations (e.g., Society for Corporate Governance).

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong understanding of SEC regulations, corporate governance practices, and public company requirements.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, communication, and writing skills; attention to detail and follow through.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, legal entity management systems, director portals, and SEC filing platforms (e.g., Diligent, EDGAR, Workiva, Docusign).
• Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment for internal clients and external parties globally.
• Prowess in handling confidential information and developing trusting, cross-cultural relationships with a high degree of tact, discretion and diplomacy.
• Professional passion for governance and securities-related matters; tenacity and determination in addressing business challenges and resolving complex issues; positive, proactive, collaborative interpersonal approach; results-oriented.

Education & Experience Requirements

• 5 – 7+ years as a corporate paralegal, preferably in a public company or law firm, with a focus on corporate governance and public company securities reporting.
• Bachelor's degree and/or paralegal certification.
• Notary Public certification (preferred).
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Additional Information

• Flexibility to consider adjustment of position to Senior Manager-level, based on preferred candidate’s skills and experience.

Our Commitment to Our People

We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally. Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave, vacation and holiday leave.

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Work Authorization

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.