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Corporate Paralegal

Lake Bluff, IL · On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Corporate Governance: Assist in the preparation, organization, and maintenance of corporate governance documents, including board meeting minutes and resolutions. * Regulatory Compliance: File annual ...

Corporate Paralegal

Lake Bluff, IL · Hybrid

$60K - $70K/yr

Corporate Governance: Assist in the preparation, organization, and maintenance of corporate governance documents, including board meeting minutes and resolutions. * Regulatory Compliance: File annual ...

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How much do corporate governance assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for corporate governance assistant in the United States is $81,691.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a corporate governance assistant?

Corporate Governance Assistants are professionals who support organizations in maintaining effective governance practices. They assist company secretaries and boards of directors with tasks such as preparing meeting agendas, taking minutes, managing compliance documents, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. Their role is vital in helping organizations operate transparently and in accordance with legal and ethical standards. These assistants often work closely with senior executives and legal teams to support smooth corporate operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a corporate governance assistant?

To thrive as a Corporate Governance Assistant, you need a solid understanding of corporate law, compliance procedures, and document management, often supported by a relevant degree or secretarial qualification. Familiarity with governance software, board portal systems, and regulatory filing platforms is commonly required. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and strong written and verbal communication help you excel in managing sensitive information and supporting board activities. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring regulatory compliance, effective board operations, and the smooth administration of corporate governance processes.

What is the difference between Corporate Governance Assistant vs Compliance Coordinator?

AspectCorporate Governance AssistantCompliance Coordinator
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in business, law, or related fieldRequires similar credentials, often with certifications in compliance or risk management
Work EnvironmentOffice setting within corporate or legal departmentsOffice environment, often in regulated industries like finance or healthcare
Employer & IndustryCorporations, law firms, or governance consultanciesFinancial institutions, healthcare, or manufacturing sectors
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding governance support rolesUnderstanding compliance and regulatory roles

The Corporate Governance Assistant and Compliance Coordinator roles share similarities in credentials and work environment but focus on different aspects of organizational regulation. The Governance Assistant supports corporate governance processes, while the Compliance Coordinator ensures adherence to laws and regulations. Both roles are vital in maintaining organizational integrity but serve distinct functions within a company.

Is corporate governance a good career?

A career as a Corporate Governance Assistant involves supporting the development and implementation of policies that ensure a company's compliance and ethical standards. It requires strong organizational skills, knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks, and attention to detail. This field offers opportunities for advancement in compliance, risk management, and executive support roles.

What are the typical responsibilities of a corporate governance assistant?

A Corporate Governance Assistant typically manages meeting logistics, prepares board materials, maintains statutory records, and ensures compliance with corporate policies and regulations. They work closely with company secretaries, legal counsel, and senior management, facilitating smooth communication and document management. This role often involves drafting minutes, tracking regulatory deadlines, and supporting the implementation of governance frameworks. Their attention to detail and organizational skills are essential for supporting the legal or compliance team and ensuring effective corporate governance processes.
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Infographic showing various Corporate Governance Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,691 per year, or $39.3 per hour.

Senior Paralegal, Corporate Governance

Pattern Energy Group LP

Houston, TX • On-site

$67K - $90K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Overview
Company Overview
Pattern Energy is a leading renewable energy company that develops, constructs, owns, and operates high-quality wind and solar generation, transmission, and energy storage facilities. Our mission is to transition the world to renewable energy through the sustainable development and responsible operation of facilities with respect for the environment, communities, and cultures where we have a presence.
Our approach begins and ends with establishing trust, accountability, and transparency. Our company values of creative spirit, pride of ownership, follow-through, and a team-first attitude drive us to pursue our mission every day. Our culture supports our values by fostering innovative and critical thinking and a deep belief in living up to our promises.
Headquartered in the United States, Pattern has a global portfolio of more than 30 power facilities and transmission assets, serving various customers that provide low-cost clean energy to millions of consumers.
Responsibilities
Job Purpose
This position will report to the Director, Corporate Governance, and will work with other paralegals, attorneys in the Legal Department and all other business units within the Company, to provide entity management and corporate transactional, governance and secretarial services for Pattern's 400 plus subsidiaries.
Key Accountabilities
  • Support the corporate secretary and governance function for all domestic and foreign (non-US) subsidiaries by drafting resolutions and minutes at the corporate and subsidiary levels for: election of officers and directors, updating of banking requirements, and any other events requiring formal approval pursuant to governing documents and/or laws; preparing documents for mergers, dissolution, change, or formation of entities and qualification and withdrawal of entities in foreign jurisdictions; drafting and maintaining powers of attorney; registering entity branches; making annual filings; and filing amendments to corporate organizational documents, ensuring required governmental filings are completed in a timely manner and that subsidiaries are in compliance with all regulatory requirements
  • Maintain minute books and records with respect to all subsidiaries and joint venture entities and create and provide legal entity organization charts and periodic reports to various internal departments and businesses and external parties, as required
  • Serve as a primary contact within the Corporate Governance Team/Legal Department for detailed corporate information, liaising directly with other departments (Finance, Tax, Treasury, and other resource groups), and external parties (auditors, counsel, government agencies) and provide corporate secretarial and governance support for matters related to bank account authorizations, intercompany dividends, capital contributions, capital reductions, subsidiary reorganizations, guarantees, intercompany transactions, promissory notes, and intercompany loans
  • Assist with the execution of detailed tax step plans to establish, or re-structure legal entities and effect intercompany transactions, draft, review and manage filings for internal restructuring documentation, closings, acquisitions, etc.
  • Support due diligence, provide KYC information and documents (Formation documents, Incumbency Certificates, etc.) in connection with opening and maintenance of bank accounts and all other treasury related transactions
  • Perform administrative duties such as distributing documents for signature via Adobe Sign, maintaining a record of legal and policy documentation, legal vendor management and review of invoices submitted for annual registration of subsidiaries
  • Maintain accurate entity data in Pattern's SharePoint legal archives website and CT Advantage hCue database
  • Ensure compliance with records retention policy and requirements and maintain working knowledge of company policies, state and federal legislation
  • Manage relationships with Pattern's corporate registered agent and various external counsel globally, liaising with them as necessary for apostille and legalization process of foreign documents; review and approve invoices from these firms and service providers
  • Research and respond to inquiries concerning the company and its subsidiaries and affiliates from other sections of the Legal Department,

Qualifications
Experience/Qualifications/Education Required
Education Required
  • Associate's Degree (required) or Bachelor's Degree (preferred) in a related field, eg. Law, Corporate Legal Studies, or Legal Assistant Studies
  • Paralegal Certificate from an accredited institution or program (required)
  • Law Degree, post-college legal entity management/administration training, corporate secretarial diploma, or 8+ years of relevant on-the-job experience in lieu of post-graduate education (preferred)

Experience Required
  • Minimum of eight (8) years of corporate paralegal experience in a public corporation, private company, or law firm
  • Minimum of five (5) years of hands-on entity management experience (Must be able to provide verifiable proof of independently managing a portfolio of at least 200 U.S. and non-U.S. subsidiaries)
  • Must have proven hands-on Canadian entity management experience
  • Stable work history

Qualifications Required
  • Current Notary Certification/License (required)
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Detail-oriented with strong attention to accuracy
  • Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
  • Ability to work independently while contributing as part of a highly integrated team
  • Ability to multitask and provide consistent, accurate deliverables in a fast-paced environment
  • Must possess high ethical and professional standards and maintain confidential and proprietary information
  • Must be able to work under pressure, manage time effectively, and work with minimal supervision
  • Must be proactive in identifying and responding to client needs and opportunities

Preferred Software Expertise
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems
  • Entity Management Systems (CT Advantage, hCue, Blueprint, Secretariat)
  • Virtual Data Room (VDR) software
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Document management systems (Share Point)
  • Dun & Bradstreet and World-Check Compliance Check or similar compliance software
  • Experience with Agiloft, Oracle, AI, and similar technologies will be considered a plus.

The expected starting pay range for this role is $90,000 - $120,000 USD. This range is an estimate and base pay may be above or below the ranges based on several factors including but not limited to location, work experience, certifications, and education. In addition to base pay, Pattern's compensation program includes a bonus structure for full-time employees of all levels. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, family care benefits, employee assistance program, paid time off and bonding leave, paid holidays, 401(k)/RRSP retirement savings plan with employer contribution, and employee referral bonuses.
Pattern Energy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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