Senior Corporate Paralegal: Governance, SEC & Equity

Leoforce; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Leoforce is seeking a Senior Corporate Paralegal in New York, NY to join the Corporate Legal team. The role focuses on governance, equity plan administration, and securities compliance within a public company framework.

You will report to the Assistant Corporate Secretary and collaborate with senior leadership, internal partners, and external service providers to drive governance excellence and robust compliance programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; paralegal certificate preferred.
• Corporate paralegal experience in a public company.
• Experience supporting a Corporate Secretary or board of directors.
• Familiarity with SEC reporting and Section 16 compliance.
• Exposure to equity compensation and stock plan administration is desirable.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong drafting and communication skills.
• Ability to work with senior executives and external service providers.

Responsibilities

• Govern board administration and prepare meeting materials.
• Draft agendas, resolutions, minutes and governance documents.
• Manage SEC filings and 16 reporting, including Form 3/4/5 where applicable.
• Coordinate equity plan administration and RSU/stock option processes.
• Support corporate insurance matters and general legal support.
• Maintain governance databases and corporate records.

Skills

Corporate governance

Board administration

SEC reporting

Equity plan administration

Drafting & communication

Paralegal support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Paralegal certificate

Tools

BoardVantage

Nasdaq

Fidelity Stock Plan Services

CT Corporation/H-Cue

LMS/automation platforms

Job description

Leoforce is seeking a Senior Corporate Paralegal in New York, NY to join the Corporate Legal team. The role focuses on governance, equity plan administration, and securities compliance within a public company framework.

You will report to the Assistant Corporate Secretary and collaborate with senior leadership, internal partners, and external service providers to drive governance excellence and robust compliance programs.