Paralegal - Corporate Governance Specialist at Circana in Chicago, Illinois

Job Description:

Let's be unstoppable together!



At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We have a global commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we believe in the undeniable strength that diversity brings to our business, employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana.


Learn more at www.circana.com.



Key Job Responsibilities

• Draft corporate resolutions related to entity compliance matters (e.g., changing director and officers, approving financial statements, approving internal corporate agreements and restructurings, etc.).


• Liaise with foreign outside counsel and third-party entity compliance vendors related to entity compliance matters.


• Prepare board and shareholder meeting materials, including board and committee meeting agendas, "board books" via third-party platforms such as BoardVantage or Diligent and director and officer questionnaires.


• Respond to, and prepare documents for, "Know Your "Customer" requests related to Circana's banking relationships and entity compliance matters.


• Prepare, build and manage virtual data rooms for strategic projects (e.g., merger and acquisition transactions, capital markets transactions, regulatory processes, etc.).


• Perform some administrative responsibilities from time-to-time (e.g., drafting cover letters, assisting with invoice payment, preparing Federal Express labels, preparing signature packages, scheduling meetings, etc.).

Requirements

• At least 5 years paralegal experience either at a law firm or in a corporate environment, preferably with experience with entity compliance and/or working with public company executives and boards.


• Bachelor's Degree required.


• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Exemplary interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with senior business leaders. Must be a team player.


• Capable of working with a high degree of independence; limited oversight required.


• Takes initiative and ownership.


• A self-starter with a sense of urgency, ability to prioritize and quickly pivot, handle unanticipated situations effectively and work well under pressure in a dynamic and demanding environment.


• Excellent oral and written communication skills.


• Embraces continuous improvement and curiosity.


• Have a track record of positive collaborative experiences with the ability to manage projects comfortably and effectively with multiple stakeholders.


• Experience with international entities preferred.


• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive legal matters.


• Potential for limited domestic travel (no more frequently than quarterly).

Circana Behaviors



As well as the technical skills, experience and attributes that are required for the role, our shared behaviors sit at the core of our organization. Therefore, we always look for people who can continuously champion these behaviors throughout the business within their day-to-day role:

• Stay Curious: Being hungry to learn and grow, always asking the big questions.


• Seek Clarity: Embracing complexity to create clarity and inspire action.


• Own the Outcome: Being accountable for decisions and taking ownership of our choices.


• Center on the Client: Relentlessly adding value for our customers.


• Be a Challenger: Never complacent, always striving for continuous improvement.


• Champion Inclusivity: Fostering trust in relationships engaging with empathy, respect, and integrity.


• Commit to each other: Contributing to making Circana a great place to work for everyone.

Location



This position can be located in the following area(s): Remote - US.


The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.


The salary range for this role is $105,000.00 to $135,000.00.


This job is also eligible for bonus pay.


We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.


You can apply for this role through our career website.


Prospective candidates may be asked to consent to background checks (in accordance with local legislation and our candidate privacy notice ) Your current employer will not be contacted without your permission.


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