Corporate Paralegal
About the Job
Cohu® is a global technology leader supplying test, automation, inspection & metrology products and services to the semiconductor industry. We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Corporate Paralegal to support the General Counsel in managing the legal affairs of a publicly traded semiconductor equipment company. This role requires a strong understanding of corporate governance, SEC compliance, intellectual property and transactional support in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. This is an on-site position, Monday-Friday (with some flexibility). Competitive compensation and benefits package.
With more than 3000 employees worldwide, we offer rewarding work experience, competitive compensation, generous employee benefits, and a strong company culture. If you are looking for a global publicly traded company that provides you with international experience and a challenging work environment, then Cohu is your choice.
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Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities :
Corporate Governance
- Prepare and maintain corporate records, including subsidiary entity records, board resolutions, minutes, and charters.
- Assist in organizing and preparing materials for board and committee meetings as requested by the General Counsel.
SEC and Regulatory Compliance
- Support the preparation and filing of SEC reports (e.g., 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, Section 16 filings).
- Monitor and track regulatory deadlines and ensure timely submissions.
Intellectual Property
- Assist in managing intellectual property portfolios, including patents, trademarks, and trade secrets.
- Support IP-related transactions and litigation.
Contract Management
- Draft, review, and manage a variety of commercial agreements, NDAs, and vendor contracts.
- Maintain contract databases and assist with lifecycle management.
M &A and Corporate Transactions
- Assist with due diligence, data room management, and closing documentation for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments.
Legal Research and Risk Management
- Conduct legal research on corporate, securities, and compliance matters.
- Support internal investigations and risk assessments as needed.
Cross-functional Collaboration
- Liaise with finance, HR, investor relations, and engineering teams to support legal and business initiatives.
- Coordinate with external counsel on specialized matters.
- Manage corporate records retention process.
Supervisory Responsibility : None.
Qualifications : Experience : 5+ years of experience as a corporate paralegal with international experience, preferably in a public company or law firm with public company clients. Education: Bachelor’s degree and paralegal certification required. Skills and Technical Requirements:
- Familiarity with SEC filings, corporate governance, and public company compliance.
- Ability to operate effectively in a company with a global presence, navigating cross-border legal and compliance matters is highly desirable.
- Experience in the semiconductor or high-tech industry is a plus, especially experience with intellectual property.
- Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
- High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
- Notary public or willingness to become a notary public.
Job Conditions : Works in an office environment with prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and using computer equipment.
Protective Devices Required : In required areas only.
Cohu firmly supports the U.S. national and various state and local policies of equal employment opportunity which are designed to provide equality of employment and advancement opportunities to every individual without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, gender, gender identity or gender expression, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other legally protected category. In addition, reasonable accommodations are available to qualified disabled individuals, upon request.
Globally, Cohu is committed to full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing employment, in the U.S. and in all other locations around the world where we have operations.
