• Corporate Paralegal

    Robert Half Legal (Pleasanton, CA)


    Description

    We are looking for an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our client's dynamic legal team on a 6-month contract basis. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting corporate governance, securities law compliance, and entity management for a publicly-listed company. This position is ideal for someone detail-oriented, proactive, and adept at managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

    Responsibilities:

    • Prepare, review, and file regulatory reports, including Section 16 filings, using Workiva.

    • Facilitate the planning process for the proxy statement and annual shareholder meeting, including preparing equity tables, questionnaires, and beneficial ownership reports.

    • Manage relationships with external vendors, such as transfer agents, financial printers, and Broadridge, to ensure seamless project execution.

    • Assist with corporate secretary functions, including maintaining records, assembling board and committee materials, and drafting minutes.

    • Oversee compliance with the insider trading policy by maintaining trading restriction lists and reviewing 10b5-1 trading plans.

    • Support corporate legal matters, such as stock administration, subsidiary management, and mergers and acquisitions.

    • Conduct special projects as assigned, adapting to evolving team needs and priorities.

    • Collaborate across departments to provide legal advice and ensure compliance with corporate governance standards.

    Requirements

    Qualifications:

    • At least 5 years of experience working in the corporate securities practice area at a publicly-listed company or a law firm.

    • Strong knowledge of corporate governance and SEC regulations.

    • Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate required.

    • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

    • Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines effectively.

    • High attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.

    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

    • Ability to work independently while maintaining a collaborative team-oriented approach.

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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