Corporate Paralegal
Northbrook, IL, US, 60062
Job Description
Stepan is seeking a dynamic, experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our legal team. In this critical role, you will collaborate with and support the Legal team on various corporate matters, including corporate governance, securities, transactional, finance and real estate matters. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring compliance with various rules and regulations both inside and outside the U.S. As part of our global chemical company, you’ll work closely with the Legal team and across the organization at all levels.
Responsibilities:
• Overseeing subsidiary corporate governance, including the implementation and maintenance of an entity management system.
• Handling corporate secretarial matters such as data requests, annual compliance materials, and secretary certificates, and liaising with registered agents.
• Assisting with corporate governance disclosures, including maintaining the Corporate Governance section of Stepan’s website.
• Preparing securities filings, including Section 16 filings and Form 8-Ks, and maintaining related records.
• Assisting with officer and director onboarding.
• Preparing materials for board, committee, and stockholder meetings.
• Supporting corporate transactional/M&A matters.
• Assisting on finance matters, including coordinating the execution, notarization and apostille of documents.
• Managing real estate records and supporting real estate transactions.
• Providing general support to the Legal team and assisting with special projects as needed.
• Facilitating cross-functional relationships among the Legal team and other functions, including the finance, business development, HR, and communications teams.
Qualifications
• A minimum of five years of relevant experience in a law firm or corporate legal department. Prior in-house experience with a manufacturing company preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple matters and maintain discretion and confidentiality
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders across multiple teams.
• Comfortable with identifying, assessing and escalating issues, as needed
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or Legal Studies or Bachelor’s degree and a Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program, preferred.
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Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 22 global manufacturing locations and over 2,500 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.
We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago