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Paralegal

2 days ago Manhattan, NY

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.

 
Do your best work, be your authentic self.
At Compass, we believe that everyone deserves to find their place in the world — a place where they feel like they belong, where they can be their authentic selves, where they can thrive.  Our collaborative, energetic culture is grounded in our Compass Entrepreneurship Principles and our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, growth and mobility. As an equal opportunity employer, we offer competitive compensation packages, robust benefits and professional growth opportunities aimed at helping to improve our employees' lives and careers.

Notice for California Applicants

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Notice

Client-provided location(s): Manhattan, NY
Job ID: 7125774
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-07-31T23:33:29

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