Corporate Paralegal - NYC

Axiom; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,250 - 309,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Axiom is seeking a Corporate Paralegal in New York to assist legal teams with corporate governance tasks. Responsibilities include drafting governance documents, conducting research, and maintaining corporate records. Ideal candidates will have over 9 years of experience in corporate governance and a solid understanding of SEC regulations.

This position offers a range of compensation possibilities with additional benefits, including flexibility and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of corporate governance experience as a paralegal in a large corporate in-house environment.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and best practices.
• Open to working in an engagement-based role for approximately 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist client's legal team in drafting and reviewing corporate governance documents.
• Conduct research and analyze legal and regulatory requirements related to corporate governance.
• Maintain and update corporate records and governance-related documents.
• Assist with preparation and filing of corporate documents.

Skills

Corporate governance experience

Legal research tools proficiency

Understanding of SEC regulations

Familiarity with corporate filings

Job description

Join Our Team as a Corporate Paralegal at Axiom

Location: New York

We are currently seeking corporate governance paralegals to join our bench of fully vetted candidates working temporary secondments for our top F100 clients in New York. This is an existing vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Assist client's legal team in drafting and reviewing corporate governance documents, including board resolutions, bylaws, policies, and charters
• Conduct research and analyze legal and regulatory requirements related to corporate governance and compliance
• Maintain and update corporate records, including board and committee minutes, shareholder records, and other governance-related documents
• Assist with the preparation and filing of corporate documents including annual reports, proxy statements, and SEC filings

Qualifications

• 9+ years of corporate governance experience gained working as a paralegal in a large corporate in‑house environment
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and best practices and familiarity with corporate filings, SEC regulations, and compliance requirements
• Proficient in legal research tools, databases, and related software
• Open to working in an engagement‑based role, seconded to clients on a temporary basis for approximately 6 months at a time

Compensation and Benefits

The estimated total compensation for full‑time Axiom attorney roles is $104,500‑325,000 per year and for non‑attorney roles is $71,250‑309,750 per year. Compensation decisions are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs. Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid holidays and PTO; flexible work arrangements; and professional development opportunities and tools.

Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender identity status, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require accommodations to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

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Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, NY Fair Chance Act, and Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.