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Paralegal, Governance, Securities, and M&A

GE Healthcare
Posted Oct 01
Full Time
Chicago, Illinois

Job Description Summary

The Paralegal, Governance, Securities, and M&A will join a team at GE HealthCare that oversees and coordinates U.S. and global securities law compliance as well as board of directors, shareholder, and other corporate governance matters; provides legal support for corporate finance functions including treasury; and oversees other corporate transactions and matters. The team works closely with a variety of internal partners and groups within the Global Law & Policy team as well as within other functions across the business including controllership/accounting, treasury, tax, financial planning and analysis, strategy, investor relations, human resources, and communications, as well as the board of directors. This role will also support the GE HealthCare legal team in charge of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions, which supports and works closely with the business development and strategy team at GE HealthCare.

GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our mission is to improve lives in the moments that matter. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.

 

 

 

 

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Assist with preparation and organization of board of directors and board committee minutes, materials, and minute books.

  • Assist with administrative matters related to SEC and public company reporting, including proxy statement and annual meetings of stockholders, Section 16 filings, and director and officer matters.

  • Assist with preliminary transaction documents and closing formalities, document archiving, and management of standard forms and due diligence requests, in each case, in connection with mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.

  • Assist with variety of other governance and treasury-related matters, including policies and procedures, global equity compensation, and diligence.

  • Assist with document archiving for securities and governance and M&A team records and administrative matters related to team functions, including billing and vendor management matters.

  • Perform other related duties as required, including liaising with other departments as needed.

 

Qualifications/Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate from an accredited institution, or high school diploma with at least five years of corporate governance, paralegal, or similar legal or executive administrative experience.

  • Proficient with the Microsoft Office product suite and willingness and ability to learn new corporate governance and other software tools.

  • Strong organizational and administrative skills.

  • Notary public or willing to obtain within first six months of employment.

 

Desired Characteristics:

  • Experience in support of corporate records, securities transactions and filings, and M&A transactions preferred.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

  • Displays commitment to excellence and attention to detail (e.g., spelling, punctuation).

  • Maintains confidentiality of information, exercises appropriate discretion, and uses information appropriately.

  • Ability to work effectively and professionally at all levels within the organization, including the board of directors.

  • Completes work in a timely manner, prioritizes competing demands appropriately, and meets deadlines.

  • Ability to work independently under general direction, with latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

  • Works ethically and with integrity aligned with organizational goals and values.

  • Contributes to building a positive team spirit and treats others with respect.

 

We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership –always with unyielding integrity.

 

Our total rewards are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you’d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you’ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration, and support.

 

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Additional Information

GE HealthCare offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

 

 

 

GE HealthCare will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

 

 

 

While GE HealthCare does not currently require U.S. employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, some GE HealthCare customers have vaccination mandates that may apply to certain GE HealthCare employees.

 

 

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

 

 

 
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