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Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Paralegal / Corporate Legal Specialist to join our Legal team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment at NASDAQ-listed company. This role will support the company’s strategic initiatives in legal, corporate governance, and compliance matters. This position will work closely with in-house counsel and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and fast follow skills, legal research expertise, ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously, and have proficiency in managing corporate records to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

+ Prepare, maintain, and revise the company’s corporate governing documents, including policies, standards, and procedures.

+ Document existing practices and workflows.

+ Develop and maintain processes to manage, track, and report on wide variety of Legal Department metrics, information and documents, working closely with attorneys and legal professionals.

+ Assist in corporate governance activities, including preparing board and shareholder meeting materials, maintaining corporate records, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

+ Maintain company’s Authorized Signatory List.

+ Maintain the company’s corporate registrations.

+ Manage due diligence requests both in the transactional context and for key existing relationships.

+ Administrative duties as needed, calendar assistance.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate.

+ 3 plus years of corporate paralegal experience, preferably in a publicly traded company.

+ Strong knowledge of corporate governance, contract law, and regulatory compliance.

+ Experience with Legal Operations.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools (e.g. Westlaw, LexisNexis)

+ Experience in measuring and tracking legal dept metrics

Preferred:

+ Experience with corporate entity management software (e.g. Diligent, hCue)

Compensation

In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the starting pay range for this position is $25.95 - $40.78 per hour. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.

Live the Paychex Values

+ Act with uncompromising integrity.

+ Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.

+ Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.

+ Work in partnership and support each other.

+ Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.

+ Treat each other with respect and dignity.

What's in it for you?

+ We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.

+ We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.

+ We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.

+ We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.

+ We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.

Not sure if you meet every requirement?

At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.

Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.