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Sr. Paralegal, Corporate

Tesla

Posted Mar 31

Full Time

On SitePalo Alto, California

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
Must maintain a positive attitude, be a self-starter, dependable, take pride in work product and have a keen sense of humor

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 - $198,000/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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