Corporate Paralegal/Senior Corporate Paralegal

Posted: Sunday, 27 April 2025
Valid Thru: Tuesday, 27 May 2025
Index Requested on: 04/27/2025 07:12:27
Indexed on: 04/27/2025 07:12:27

Location: Westmont, IL, 60559, US

Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 - Business and Financial Operations
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Gibraltar Steel Corporation of New York is hiring!

Description:

The Senior Corporate Paralegal will play a key role in supporting the company's board of directors, General Counsel and senior management with corporate governance and other corporate activities, as well as reviewing and managing corporate documentation.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks:
  • Meeting support, including preparing and organizing agendas, materials, and minutes for board meetings and maintaining corporate records and organizational documentation.
  • Recordkeeping and documentation, including maintaining accurate records of board and committee decisions, resolutions, and other corporate governance documentation, including subsidiary management.
  • Corporate governance compliance and research and analysis, including monitoring and conducting research on corporate governance best practices, regulatory changes, and industry trends to inform decision-making and ensure the company's governance framework remains current and effective. This may involve tracking deadlines, reviewing policies and procedures, and ensuring adherence to best practices.
  • Provide administrative support to the board of directors and its committees. This may include scheduling meetings and coordinating with external advisors.
  • Support corporate transactions and activities, including M& A transactions (NDAs, diligence, and post-closing administration) and certain litigation-related administrative support.
  • Assist the legal team with requests for information and documentation.
  • Other special projects and duties as may be assigned.


Skills and Qualifications :
  • Associate's degree required and Paralegal certificate is a plus
  • Preferred experience includes 15 years of corporate paralegal experience at a public company assisting with public company governance, transactional work, and corporate administrative tasks.
  • Strong organizational and administrative skills, including ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively while meeting deadlines, and maintain meticulous attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including strong written and oral communication and ability to work effectively with board members, senior management, and other stakeholders.
  • Experience working on highly confidential and sensitive matters and managing information related thereto.
  • Ability and willingness to take initiative, including identifying and addressing problems, making continuous process improvements, and taking on additional projects as necessary.
  • Knowledge of corporate governance principles and best practices and legal and regulatory awareness.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
  • Research and analytical skills, including the ability to conduct research, analyze information, and synthesize findings to inform decision-making.

What we offer

Health & Welfare
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and dependents
  • Health care & dependent flexible spending plans
  • Free Life and AD& D coverage with supplemental coverage options
  • Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing
  • Competitive compensation
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Generous 401(k) plan

Flexibility & Time Off
  • Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick leave, disability, holidays.
  • Hybrid & remote work opportunities available

Community & Personal Development
  • Donation matching and time off to volunteer
  • Educational reimbursement


About Us

Gibraltar is a leading manufacturer and supplier of products and services for North American agtech, renewable energy, residential, and infrastructure markets. By building solutions that make life better for people and the planet, Gibraltar advances the art and science of engineering, science and technology to shape the future of comfortable living, sustainable power, and productive growing.

Guided by an inclusive, values-driven culture that celebrates and rewards different perspectives, we work together to create lasting positive impact on everyone our business touches. To learn more about what makes us #GibraltarProud, visit our website: www.gibraltar1.com

Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.

Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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