Corporate Governance Legal Analyst

Chevron Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Corporation in Houston seeks a seasoned paralegal to perform legal and factual research, due diligence, and draft/negotiate documents under attorney guidance. You will support Board Governance and related committees, prepare materials, and assist with regulatory filings and disclosures.

This role emphasizes confidentiality, quality, and cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in corporate governance or paralegal roles, securities knowledge, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, prepare memoranda and reports, and assist in drafting Board and Committee materials.
• Support Board Governance and Nominating Committee meetings; draft agendas and annual plan; coordinate materials delivery.
• Assist with Director & Officer questionnaires, independence reviews, related party analysis, and governance compliance tasks.
• Prepare governance disclosures for the proxy statement and coordinate filings with NYSE, California SoS, and regulators as required.
• Support governance content on the company website and other platforms; assist with records retention and document management.
• Provide back-up support for SEC reporting, Forms 8-K, and insider trading compliance; assist with 16 reporting as needed.
• Recommend process improvements and automation using governance tech and AI-enabled tools to streamline workflows.
• Organize and manage confidential projects with sound judgment and attention to detail.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

5+ years experience

Securities knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Executive communication

Discretion/confidentiality

MS Office

Document management tools

iManage

Adobe Acrobat

DocuSign

SharePoint

AI productivity tools

Education

Paralegal certificate

CEP certification

Tools

iManage

Adobe Acrobat

DocuSign

SharePoint

Diligent Boards

Workiva

Job description

Job Summary

Total Number of Openings 1

Performs legal and factual research, analysis, due diligence. Drafts, negotiates and finalizes documents and agreements under attorney guidance. Supports larger customers/clients and may lead functional projects under infrequent supervision. Developing a detailed knowledge of the work function.

Application Deadline: November 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time).

Responsibilities

Conduct research, prepare memoranda and reports, and assist in drafting Board and Committee materials. Support the planning and execution of Board Governance and Nominating Committee meetings, including drafting meeting agendas and the annual meeting plan; coordinating the development, review, and timely delivery of meeting materials; and serving as a central point of contact for Committee-related materials and logistics. Support the preparation, distribution, and maintenance of Board and Committee materials through the company’s board portal, including administration of resource center content and governance records, with a focus on Board Governance and Nominating Committee materials. Assist with Director & Officer Questionnaires, Board and Committee evaluations, Director independence reviews, related party transaction analysis, resolutions, and related governance compliance activities. Assist with drafting governance disclosures for inclusion in the annual proxy statement. Prepare drafts and coordinate filings with the New York Stock Exchange, California Secretary of State, and other regulatory agencies as required. Support maintenance of corporate governance content on the company website and other platforms, and assist with records retention, document management, and governance information repositories. Support compliance initiatives, including SOX requirements, internal audits, data privacy reviews, application assessments, and regulatory inquiries. Provide back-up support for the preparation, review, and filing of SEC reporting and compliance documents, including Section 16 reporting, Forms 8-K, and other corporate filings, and the company’s insider trading compliance program. Recommend, document, and implement process improvements and automation using legal technology, governance platforms, reporting tools, and AI-enabled solutions to improve workflows, information analysis, reporting, and efficiency. Independently organize and manage projects requiring a high degree of confidentiality, sound judgment, and attention to detail. Assist with special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience, and 5+ years of relevant experience as a paralegal, corporate governance professional, stock administrator, finance professional, or in a related role.
• Familiarity with securities and New York Stock Exchange corporate governance requirements.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, problem-solving, and research skills, including the ability to identify, resolve, and appropriately escalat issues.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to deliver high-quality work while managing multiple deadlines and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong proofreading and editing skills, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with senior executives and Board members.
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively across functions.
• Ability to manage highly confidential and privileged information with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and related business applications.
• Experience with document management and collaboration tools such as iManage, Adobe Acrobat, DocuSign, SharePoint, or similar platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate, Certified Equity Professional (CEP) certification, or equivalent professional designation.
• 5+ years supporting corporate governance and securities law matters in a public company, law firm, corporate secretarial, stock administration, or comparable setting.
• Experience supporting Board and Committee governance processes, particularly Board Governance and Nominating Committee processes, and conducting corporate governance research, writing, and drafting.
• Strong working knowledge of securities and New York Stock Exchange corporate governance requirements.
• Experience with SEC reporting and securities law compliance, particularly Section 16 reporting, Rule 10b5-1 plans, insider trading compliance, and Form 8-K filings.
• Experience with Diligent Boards, Workiva, Computershare Section 16 Manager, EDGAR Next, or similar governance and reporting tools.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled productivity tools and technologies.

Relocation Options

Relocation will not be considered.

International Considerations

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

U.S. Regulatory notice

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail]. Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.

Company Information

Chevron Corporation is one of the world's leading integrated energy companies. Through its subsidiaries that conduct business worldwide, the company is involved in virtually every facet of the energy industry. Chevron explores for, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas; refines, markets and distributes transportation fuels and lubricants; manufactures and sells petrochemicals and additives; generates power; and develops and deploys technologies that enhance business value in every aspect of the company's operations. Chevron is based in Houston, Texas. More information about Chevron is available at www.chevron.com.