DescriptionResideo is a leading global manufacturer and developer of technologydriven products and components that provide critical comfort energy management and safety and security solutions to over 150 million homes globally. Through our ADI Global Distribution business we are also a leading wholesale distributor of lowvoltage security and life safety products for commercial and residential markets and serve a variety of adjacent product categories including audio visual data com wire and cable and smart home solutions.
Resideo is seeking a highly organized and detail oriented Senior Corporate Governance Paralegal to support its Office of the Corporate Secretary. The focus will be on handling a broad array of public reporting governance and finance matters. This is an exciting chance to have a broad range of responsibilities for critical complex work supporting a dynamic team at a growing business.
We are hiring a Senior Corporate Governance Paralegal to support our organization. The ideal candidate possesses 1 the ability to work efficiently and independently with little or no supervision 2 a strong sense of ownership and pride in their work product with careful attention to details 3 excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple timesensitive projects concurrently 4 the motivation to learn new skills while continuously improve existing processes 5 strong communication skills and experience in working with CSuite and Board Directors on highly confidential matters; and 5 a sense of awareness and ability to establish positive working relationships with internal clients and external vendors. A successful candidate will be expected to provide pragmatic creative collaborative and solutionoriented support throughout the company; will have a strong business sense and have experience working as a selfstarter in an environment that is fastpaced business and resultsoriented and team focused.
This is a hybrid position.
JOB DUTIES:
- Assist with Board of Directors meetings and record keeping including drafting of board and committee meeting agendas readout notes and related minutes/resolutions for the same maintaining the minute book preparation of meeting materials and implementing and managing a board portal.
- Calendar draft and manage all Section 16 filings including Forms 3 and 4.
- Support NYSE required reporting including annual attestation.
- Coordinate NYSE filings and prenotification of press releases earnings and other press releases.
- Draft proxy materials (e.g. cards notice & access) coordinating distribution with proxy agent and annual report printers.
- Draft meeting certificates and documents.
- Coordinate annual review of charters preparation of standing board and committee calendar items.
- Prepare for coordinate and administer annual shareholder meeting including collaboration with Inspector of Electors.
- Coordinate stockholder queries and work with transfer agents including estate executors unclaimed property etc.
- Assist in the preparation of SEC Forms including 10K 10Q proxy statement disclosures and beneficial ownership tables working with Corporate Secretary and Clevel to obtain necessary signatures/certifications.
- Prepare and coordinate collection of annual Director and Officer questionnaires.
- Assist with onboarding and departure of executives and directors.
- Handle special projects as requested.
- Demonstrate confidence in communicating and liaising with all levels of Leadership including CSuite and Board members.
YOU MUST HAVE:
- A Paralegal Certification.
- 12 years of work experience as a paralegal or legal assistant at a corporate inhouse legal department or a law firm.
- 10 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a Corporate Secretary department of a U.S. public company or in the Corporate Governance department of a law firm.
- Previous use of computer software (Workiva) to make SEC filings via EDGAR highly desirable as well as competency in managing electronic board portals such as Diligent.
WE VALUE:
- Proficient computer software skills in Microsoft Word PowerPoint Excel and Outlook
- Stellar organizational skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- High degree of selfdirection and motivation with good teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Superior verbal written and communication skills and strong business acumen.
- Resultsdriven and ability to prioritize workflow.
- Ability to meet demanding deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
- Ability to think creatively in solving critical/time sensitive issues.
- Ability to interact well with attorneys and business personnel throughout Resideo and outside service providers.
- Flexibility and willingness to pitch in on unexpected projects.
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU:
- Visibility and exposure up to the Board and Executive team where your efforts will help further our mission to protect what matters most.
- Opportunity to liaise with the Chief General Counsel on high importance mission critical matters.
- Be a part of a diverse team where innovative thought and process improvement are welcome.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority