Paralegal
At Compass, our mission is to help everyone find their place in the world. Founded in 2012, we’re revolutionizing the real estate industry with our end-to-end platform that empowers residential real estate agents to deliver exceptional service to seller and buyer clients.
Corporate Governance & Commercial Paralegal
At Compass, we are revolutionizing the real estate industry by creating a single software platform for all real estate activities. Our mission is to help everyone find their place in the world, and we're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects that.
As a Corporate Governance & Commercial Paralegal at Compass, you'll be joining a team of talented legal professionals who are passionate about supporting our company's growth and success. You'll collaborate with in-house lawyers and cross-functional teams to ensure that our corporate governance practices are efficient, effective, and compliant and to assist with general commercial matters.
***This role is 100% on-site based out of our Beverly Hills office***
What You Will Do:
- Manage subsidiary governance for our 175+ subsidiaries, including formations, dissolutions, and filings.
- Prepare and file various documents, such as annual reports, DBAs, and foreign qualifications.
- Assist with drafting corporate governance documents like resolutions, consents, and bylaws.
- Maintain our global subsidiary management database and work with outside vendors to support our subsidiary management services.
- Assist with mergers and acquisitions integrations and credit facility compliance.
- Work with our commercial attorneys on various commercial matters, including financings, contracts and other relevant projects.
- Collaborate with Tax, Finance, and People & Culture teams on cross-functional initiatives.
- Develop and implement systems to organize and store corporate records.
- Support special projects through research, organization, and project management.
Who You Are:
- You have 3-5 years of experience in corporate governance or a similar role, preferably at a public company.
- You have a bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- You possess expertise in corporate secretary functions, including subsidiary management.
- You are a self-starter who can prioritize multiple projects, meet deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- You are a team player with strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to produce accurate work.
- You have exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication skills.
- You are proficient in MacOS, MS Office, GSuite, and Adobe Acrobat.
- You understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive matters.
- Notary Public or willingness to become one.
Compensation:
The base pay range for this position is $38.00-$46.00 hourly; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonuses and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of benefits. Base pay is based on market location. Minimum wage for the position will always be met.
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Perks that You Need to Know About:
Participation in our incentive programs (which may include eligible cash, equity, or commissions). Plus paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, and recharge leave; medical, tele-health, dental and vision benefits; 401(k) plan; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); commuter program; life and disability insurance; Maven (a support system for new parents); Carrot (fertility benefits); UrbanSitter (caregiver referral network); Employee Assistance Program; and pet insurance.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
Parental Benefits
Work Flexibility
Office Life and Perks
Vacation and Time Off
Financial and Retirement
Professional Development
Diversity and Inclusion