Corporate Governance and Advisory Paralegal

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Baker McKenzie Full time
Corporate Governance and Advisory ParalegalCorporate Governance and Advisory Paralegal

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At Baker McKenzie, we are different in the way we think, work and behave. The first local, truly global law firm in Australia, we commenced operations in Sydney in 1964, in Melbourne in 1982 and in Brisbane in 2014. Our lawyers work seamlessly with our global colleagues, collectively providing a capacity of more than 13,000 people, including over 6,500 lawyers who work alongside our clients to drive growth that is both sustainable and inclusive.

Baker McKenzie Australia can offer you access to complex, market leading matters working with some of the world's best legal minds–people who know the law and who understand business. We have an unrivalled ability to provide training and secondment opportunities across our global network. Locally, we have an inclusive culture of learning, coaching and opportunity where you will work in small teams on matters that often cross borders. We value people who think ahead and get noticed.

The Role

The Baker McKenzie Australia Corporate Advisory team is one of the leading corporate advisory practices in Australia providing ongoing corporate advisory services to more than 1500 Australian companies, including the Australian subsidiaries of many of the most well-known companies in the world.

The team is currently comprised of lawyers and corporate paralegals based in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth and is looking to expand. As part of this expansion, the team is looking to add a paralegal to their Corporate Advisory team based in Sydney or Melbourne.

Responsibilities include:

  • Registrations of public, proprietary and foreign companies;
  • Maintaining and updating the corporate registers for a large portfolio of local subsidiaries and foreign-registered companies;
  • Ensuring compliance of companies with requirements under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth);
  • Drafting documents to effect changes to companies including but not limited to change to directors, issue and transfer of shares, share buy-backs, application of class orders; change of name and change of company type and deregistration;
  • Drafting AGM and board of director minutes;
  • Transactional matters including preparation of pre and post-closing documentation in relation to acquisition and disposal of companies;
  • Registering business names;
  • ASIC Industry Funding and ASIC Regulatory Portal lodgements;
  • Overseeing ASIC filings and search requests for related practice groups within Baker McKenzie;
  • Conducting legal audits of corporate registers;
  • Reconstructing register of members and records;
  • Providing assistance and information to local and international offices of Baker McKenzie regarding corporate practices in Australia.

What we're looking for

  • At least 3 years' experience in a professional services environment;
  • Previous experience in a corporate paralegal or secretariat role;
  • Knowledge of the ASIC Regulatory portal or lodgement processes;
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and research skills;
  • A commitment to high work standards and strong attention to detail;
  • An ability to manage competing priorities and work flexibility;
  • An ability to demonstrate initiative and proactivity;
  • An ability to develop strong relationships;
  • An ability to work well in a team environment; and
  • A willingness to learn.
  • Financial benefits: competitive remuneration package, generous bonus scheme, salary continuance insurance, life insurance, salary sacrifice options, employee discounts, referral rewards, and travel insurance for you and your family
  • Learning & development opportunities: client and international office secondments and regional and global development programs
  • Flexibility: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements to balance your work and lifestyle
  • Leave: 26 weeks paid parental leave for all parents with no minimum service as well as the ability to purchase additional annual leave and flexible public holidays
  • Health & wellbeing programs: Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing and financial coaching for you and your immediate family, flu vaccinations and discounted health insurance

Inclusion, Diversity & Equity

Baker McKenzie is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive culture for all its employees, with equal opportunity for all to progress and have a meaningful career with our Firm. Our mission is to foster an environment where individuals of every ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, age, disability, carer status and working style may succeed professionally and fully contribute to the goals of the Firm. Our bAgile program encourages a range of flexible work opportunities for all. We invite you to let us know of any reasonable adjustments you require to equitably participate in the recruitment process or in performing the requirements of this role.

Our application process

Please apply by selecting the "apply now" link below and completing an online application form.

As part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive we encourage applications from all genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
Job function
  • Job functionResearch and Other
  • IndustriesLaw Practice

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