Paralegal

Prometric; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Prometric is seeking a proactive Corporate Paralegal with 3+ years of general paralegal experience to support the in-house legal team in governance, contracts, and compliance matters. This hybrid role in White Marsh, MD involves coordinating close collaboration with business leaders on corporate transactions and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include managing governance documents, assisting with contract forms, and supporting due diligence and board activities in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a corporate paralegal in-house or law firm.
• Strong governance, contracts, and compliance knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Discretion with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Support governance, including entity formation, dissolution, and minutes.
• Assist with commercial contracts and contract forms.
• Maintain compliance calendars and internal audits.
• Provide due diligence support for mergers and acquisitions.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for closing checklists and post-closing docs.

Skills

Governance

Contract management

Compliance

Due diligence

Regulatory research

M&A support

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate

Notary

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Westlaw/LexisNexis

Contract management systems

Job description

JOB TITLE:

Corporate Paralegal

REPORTS TO:

VP, Legal

DEPARTMENT:

Legal

LOCATION:

Hybrid / White Marsh, MD

JOB OVERVIEW

Prometric is seeking a proactive Corporate Paralegal with 3+ years of general paralegal experience. This individual must possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-accountability corporate environment. Candidate will assist the in-house legal team with day-to-day activities as needed and support the legal group and business leaders in navigating the complexities of corporate governance, compliance, and transactions.

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Prometric (www.prometric.com) is a trusted test development and delivery provider to more than 300 organizations worldwide. Prometric serves as an industry gatekeeper, ensuring that people legitimately earn the credentials they seek to achieve, and thereby guaranteeing a fair testing experience for all who come through our doors.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must have the following attributes: Governance: General Corporate Governance matters including entity formation, dissolution, and restructuring. Preparation and dissemination of corporate resolutions. Attend quarterly Board and committee meetings and prepare and distribute minutes. Collect information related to internal and external audit requests for various Prometric entities. Assist with preparing materials for the Board of Directors. Serve as liaison for third-party international governance partner. Maintain minute books and ensure corporate records are up-to date and compliant with all legal and regulatory requirements. Contract Management: Facilitate completion of administrative tasks including assistance with commercial contracts (e.g., filling in basic information to contract forms, proofreading and collecting business information for schedules/appendices). Ensure appropriate contract authorization. Update contract forms and draft simple form documents (e.g., NDA, Releases, Amendments, Contract Extensions.) Ensure timely review, approval, and execution of contracts per company policies and legal requirements. Compliance: Monitor and maintain compliance calendars for regulatory filings and licensing requirements. Assist with internal compliance audits and investigations. Support the development and implementation of company policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, including data privacy, anti-corruption, and employment regulations. Conduct research on legal and regulatory developments relevant to the company’s industry. Transactional Support: Provide administrative and due diligence support for mergers, acquisitions, financings, and other corporate transactions. Organize and manage closing checklists, signature pages, and post-closing documentation. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather and verify required documents and information. Assist with the formation, dissolution, and restructuring of subsidiaries, joint ventures, and other entities.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. Paralegal Certificate or degree preferred. Notary preferred – or willingness to obtain upon hire.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a corporate paralegal, preferably in a law firm or in-house corporate legal department. Comprehensive understanding of corporate governance, contracts, and compliance matters. Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal research platforms (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis). Experience with contract management or document management systems is a plus. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment. Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy and thoroughness.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

N/A

Prometric is an equal opportunity employer: disability/veteran