Senior Paralegal, Securities and Governance

Responsibilities

• Support the Corporate Secretary’s office with day-to-day operations regarding public company securities reporting and corporate governance compliance
• Assist in developing materials for Board and committee meetings, including agendas, resolutions, and governance reviews
• Support the preparation and filing of SEC documents such as Forms 8-K, 10-Q, 10-K, and proxy statements
• Track insider stock holdings and assist with Section 16 reports (Forms 3, 4, and 5)
• Prepare and review D&O questionnaires and manage proxy statement timelines with third-party vendors
• Perform benchmarking and research on various securities and governance matters
• Prepare filings for NYSE compliance and serve as a primary contact for the transfer agent
• Interact with cross-functional stakeholders, including senior executives, HR, investor relations, and finance teams
• Assist in the execution of Board and committee meetings and help update legal policies for governance compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 8 years of in-house corporate governance experience
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office product suite
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously and proactively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience collaborating with cross-functional partners at all levels
• High attention to detail and strong organizational problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Annual Bonus
• Comprehensive health coverage including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Retirement benefits including 401(k) and Deferred Compensation plans
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and various leave programs
• Educational assistance and tuition reimbursement

About the Company

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and we look at the impossible to find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.