Paralegal
RainSalary not specified
Full Time
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
N/AIndustries
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certification, legal administration certification, or equivalent
- A minimum of 8 years of progressive experience as a legal assistant, paralegal, or legal administrator, with demonstrated subject matter expertise in managing activities required of an active public corporate law department
- Experience with legal technology platforms (e.g., Workiva, EDGAR Next, Intelligize experience is a plus)
- Experience leading complex projects requiring collaboration with various functional areas
- Experience serving as an expert and advisor with respect to corporate legal administration activities
- In-depth understanding of legal procedures, terminology, and documentation standards
- Strong organizational and project management skills; able to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and document management systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail and accuracy
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information
Responsibilities
- Managing, and at times leading, processes relating to the proxy statement filing, including project management and coordination with various stakeholders, drafting and benchmarking sections, coordinating with the proxy service provider and printer, and ultimately filing
- Managing Assurant’s compliance with Section 16 filings, including responsibility for filings, preclearance, onboarding, and offboarding
- Supporting various Corporate Law Department projects, policies, and processes, including D&O questionnaires, investor outreach, and retirement plan audits, as well as tracking proxy advisor policies, scores, and data submission, and top investor policies and share ownership (based on Schedules 13D/G)
- Supporting drafting of compensation & benefits plans and benefits plans committee meeting presentations, and drafting minutes, resolutions, documents, and certificates
- Serving as the expert, advising the department, benchmarking, and recommending best practices related to these workstreams
- Offering interim support when other team members are occupied or out of the office, including insider trading support
- Serving as a resource to the Corporate Legal Administrator, the Sr. Board Manager, and the subsidiary corporate secretary’s team
- Working to meet the Corporate Law Department’s mission and purpose, which includes proactively engaging with partners and colleagues throughout the enterprise to advance Corporate Law Projects in alignment with enterprise goals; assisting with the establishment, implementation and enhancement of team and operational processes to efficiently and effectively use Assurant’s resources including through the use of artificial intelligence (AI); supporting legal research efforts and the analysis of information; drafting and reviewing documents; submitting required filings; coordinating, organizing and responding to internal and external information requests; and setting up administrative files, records and related communications
Skills
SEC Filings
Proxy Statements
Section 16 Compliance
Corporate Governance
Compensation Planning
Benefits Policies
Legal Drafting
Project Management
D&O Questionnaires
Insider Trading
Compliance Tracking
Assurant
Provides risk management and insurance solutions
About Assurant
Assurant provides risk management solutions that focus on protecting major consumer purchases, particularly in mobile devices, electronics, and smart technology. The company offers insurance products and extended service contracts that help consumers safeguard their investments in high-value items. When a product is damaged or malfunctions, Assurant also provides repair services to restore it efficiently. This approach helps clients minimize financial losses from unexpected events. Assurant generates revenue through the sale of insurance policies, service contracts, and repair services. Unlike many competitors, Assurant emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion within its corporate culture, which enhances its ability to serve a diverse customer base. The company's goal is to support consumers and businesses in maintaining their day-to-day operations while protecting their investments.
New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
1892Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees