In-House Corporate Paralegal: Governance & Contracts

Albany International Corp.; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany International Corp. is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to join our in-house legal team at the Portsmouth, New Hampshire headquarters. The role supports our attorneys and other paralegals across compliance, governance, contracts and filings.

You will prepare affidavits and legal communications, organize files, and assist with annual proxy statements, board materials, and governance initiatives. A solid paralegal background in corporate law and strong analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years paralegal experience preferred, preferably with a major corporate law firm or corporate law department.
• Familiar with corporate and securities law requirements applicable to public company and subsidiaries; strong legal research skills.
• Keen attention to detail; discretion with highly sensitive information.
• Superior analytical and problem-solving abilities; ability to work independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Tech savvy; comfortable with SharePoint and electronic document management.
• Microsoft Office proficiency, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Specific tasks include paralegal support in compliance, corporate governance, contracts and agreements, litigation and employment law.
• Work closely with General Counsel, internal/external attorneys, paralegals and business clients to prepare and compile documents.
• Analyze and interpret legal documentation to provide insight or advice to internal clients.
• Prepare legal communications, affidavits and other materials for Albany’s legal team and outside counsel.
• Leverage an electronic or paper filing system to organize and maintain documents.
• Draft and negotiate confidentiality agreements, vendor agreements, and other service provider contracts.
• Assist annual reporting processes, including data collection for proxy statements and coordination with Investor Relations.
• Support board activities including meeting materials, minutes, and governance administration.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Corporate law

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication & negotiation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

paralegal certificate a plus

Tools

SharePoint

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Albany International Corp. is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to join our in-house legal team at the Portsmouth, New Hampshire headquarters. The role supports our attorneys and other paralegals across compliance, governance, contracts and filings.

You will prepare affidavits and legal communications, organize files, and assist with annual proxy statements, board materials, and governance initiatives. A solid paralegal background in corporate law and strong analytical skills are essential.