Strategic Corporate Governance & Securities Paralegal

Petco; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Petco in Austin, TX seeks a Corporate Governance & Securities Paralegal to manage equity administration, regulatory filings, and governance matters, coordinating with internal teams and external counsel.

You will maintain capitalization tables, support mergers and financings, and advise stakeholders on securities policies while upholding compliance in a fast-paced environment. Join a values-driven team supporting Petco’s mission to care for pets and people.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in corporate securities, corporate governance, legal, or compliance roles.
• Strong knowledge of securities laws, regulatory frameworks, and equity administration.
• Experience with capitalization table management and equity management platforms.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate securities administration, including equity plans, share issuances, transfers, and cancellations.
• Maintain accurate capitalization tables and securities records.
• Prepare, review, and file required regulatory and securities filings (e.g., SEC filings, stock exchange disclosures, or equivalent jurisdictional requirements).
• Ensure compliance with applicable securities laws, regulations, and corporate governance standards.
• Support corporate transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, financings, reorganizations, and restructurings.
• Coordinate with legal counsel, transfer agents, auditors, regulators, and financial institutions.
• Advise internal stakeholders on securities-related policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor changes in securities regulations and assess impact on the organization.
• Assist with board, shareholder, and committee matters related to equity and securities.
• Provide training and guidance to junior staff or cross-functional teams as needed.

Skills

Corporate securities

Corporate governance

Legal compliance

Equity administration

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Capitalization table management

Equity management platforms

Job description

Petco in Austin, TX seeks a Corporate Governance & Securities Paralegal to manage equity administration, regulatory filings, and governance matters, coordinating with internal teams and external counsel.

You will maintain capitalization tables, support mergers and financings, and advise stakeholders on securities policies while upholding compliance in a fast-paced environment. Join a values-driven team supporting Petco’s mission to care for pets and people.