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Sr. Paralegal, Corporate

Tesla
Posted Nov 05
Full Time
On SitePalo Alto, California
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What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Corporate Paralegal to provide a full range of support to the Legal department in the areas of Corporate Governance, Legal Entity Management and Corporate Transactions.  This individual will have experience working independently and driving the execution of tasks as well as working with a team to assist in the completion of project deliverables.  The successful candidate must be inquisitive, detail oriented, and enjoy working hard and being continually challenged.

What You’ll Do
  • Corporate Subsidiary Governance & Maintenance: set up, maintain and manage the corporate obligations of all Tesla’s domestic subsidiaries and Tesla’s Secretary of State filings. Work with CT Corp to ensure all domestic subsidiaries are in good standing and comply with all necessary formalities (e.g., board meetings; timely approval and filing of required documentation)
  • Maintain officer and director slates for various corporate entities as directed
  • Prepare written consents, resolutions, certifications, minutes, intercompany funding agreements and powers of attorney, and other corporate documentation as needed for domestic subsidiaries; update and maintain corporate records and databases for all domestic subsidiaries and manage corporate agents
  • Assist with, obtain and distribute notarizations, apostilles, legalized documents, certified copies, corporate filings and other corporate documents as needed
  • Assist with legal aspects of acquisitions and financing projects, including assisting with closing documents, entity transitions, and any other special projects
  • Assist in maintaining domestic corporate structure charts and domestic subsidiary lists, assist in permitting/licensing on various matters, and assist various cross functional teams with ‘Know Your Customer’ forms
  • Work with other members of the legal team as well as other company functional departments on special projects and initiatives
What You’ll Bring
  • 5+ years of relevant In-house and/or top-tier law firm experience working as a Corporate Paralegal
  • Bachelor’s Degree and/or paralegal certification preferred or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability
  • Notary certification (or willingness to obtain) a plus
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Acrobat, legal entity management and related software.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work within a complex and constantly changing, fast-paced, demanding work environment
  • Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with internal functions around the globe as well as external advisors
Compensation and Benefits
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:

  • Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
  • Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
  • Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
  • Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
  • Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
  • Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
  • Tesla Babies program
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program
Expected Compensation

$72,000 - $150,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

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