PARALEGAL- GOVERNANCE AND CORP TRANSACTIONWHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?Responsible for providing support to the Legal Department in the areas of corporate governance, entity management and corporate transactions. Will assist the U.S. Governance office in preparation of board meeting materials, corporate records (including minute books) for the Bank and its affiliates and other corporate regulatory filings and drafting legal documents. This position coordinates scheduling, attendance, and approvals with Corporate Secretary, Board of Directors and regulators as needed. In addition, this position will assist with corporate transactions.What you will do
Maintain corporate records for the Bank and its affiliates, including the preparation of written consents, organizational documents and other corporate documentation as needed for subsidiaries and affiliates. File corporate records documents in appropriate electronic databases. Respond to document requests.
Assist with dissolution and formation of entities as directed; ensure entities satisfy state registration requirements to remain in good standing; assist with entity reorganizations, contributions, dividends, and other entity transactions.
Maintain compliance calendars for significant entity and governance events in accordance with legal requirements and internal policies and procedures.
Manage board and board committees’ calendars, schedule meetings, coordinate attendance details. Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to schedule meetings and obtain approvals.
Assist with board meeting preparation, including preparation of agendas, materials, and minutes; distribute materials via electronic board portal as needed.
Assist with legal aspects of acquisitions and financing projects, including data room management, coordinating with separate groups for due diligence; assist with closing documents, order certificates of good standing and any other special projects.
Assist in maintaining corporate structure charts and subsidiary/affiliate lists.
Assist in permitting/licensing on various matters, including interfacing with the Bank’s regulators as directed.
Assist with, obtain, and distribute notarizations, apostilles, corporate filings and other corporate documents as needed; respond to requests for documents for audit and other review purposes.
Collaborate with other members of the legal team on special projects and initiatives as directed.
Must-Have
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
4+ years of paralegal experience with a law firm or in-house required.
A certificate of completion of a paralegal program approved by the American Bar Association
Skills and Knowledge
Undergraduate degree preferred.
Paralegal skills essential. Paralegal certificate preferred.
Excellent research, writing, analytical, and communication skills both verbal and written required.
Legal research and analysis (statutory and case law) experience required.
Legal research experience with Westlaw, Lexis and internet preferred.
Must be able to work accurately and effectively in a highly confidential, detail- and result-oriented environment.
Effective interpersonal, customer service and communication skills to interact effectively with all levels of bank personnel and regulators.
Must be self-motivated and be capable of working both independently as well as in a team.
Effective project management, presentation, and organizational skills.
Strong computer proficiency (Microsoft – Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Experience with Diligent Boards or similar platforms.
CompensationStarting base salary: $37.96 - $60.64 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.To be considered for this position you must meet at least these basic qualificationsThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Benefits and PerksAt City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues. Get an inside look at our Benefits and Perks (https://image.emails.cnb.com/lib/fe5e15707c640c78771c/m/10/cbedd856-c2fc-491b-a625-3ab7a0fd9a65.pdf) .INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENTCity National Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.ABOUT CITY NATIONALCity National Bank, a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, is the largest bank headquartered in Los Angeles with $92.03 billion in assets as of April 30, 2024. Founded in 1954, City National provides personalized banking, investment and trust services in select markets including Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, the San Francisco Bay Area, New York City, Nashville, Atlanta, Delaware, Las Vegas, Washington D.C. and Miami. In addition, the company and its investment affiliates manage or administer $96.83 billion in client investment assets. City National is dedicated to strengthening communities, and in 2023 alone, the company made more than $11 million in charitable contributions to nonprofits that support the communities it serves.City National Bank does business in Miami and the state of Florida as CN Bank.For more information about City National, visit cnb.com .