Senior Paralegal, Corporate Securities and Governance

Finance & Legalposted 3mo ago

About Us

SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people’s lives in homes around the world. Powered by two trusted, global brands, Shark and Ninja, the company has a proven track record of bringing disruptive innovation to market and developing one consumer product after another has allowed SharkNinja to enter multiple product categories, driving significant growth and market share gains. Headquartered in Needham, Massachusetts with more than 4,100 associates, the company’s products are sold at key retailers, online and offline, and through distributors around the world.

AI at SharkNinja

At SharkNinja, we’re building an AI-native culture. We’re not waiting for the future; we’re creating it. Our people are expected to experiment boldly, adopt new tools, and continuously raise what’s possible to create meaningful impact for our consumers. If you believe the best way to do your job hasn’t been invented yet, you’ll fit right in.

SharkNinja is seeking a paralegal with a strong background in securities and corporate governance to join our legal team in Needham, MA. This is an incredible opportunity for someone to join a fast paced and highly innovative global consumer products company with a well-regarded and business-minded legal team. The Senior Corporate Paralegal will assist with securities and public company matters, SEC filings and NYSE requirements, as well as with board and corporate governance. They will be primarily responsible for assisting attorneys on the Securities and Corporate Governance Team. The role will have the opportunity for other projects within the Legal Department and as assigned by the Chief Legal Officer, as well as to work across functions with other business units.

We’re a legal team of business drivers. The legal team is comprised of business minded attorneys that cultivate their skills to lead many business initiatives and outcomes throughout the organization. We’re a department that enjoys working closely together, with a strong internal reputation, which has fun rolling up our sleeves to ultimately deliver the best consumer experience. The ideal candidate is someone that is CURIOUS, enjoys driving a contract to exceed a business outcome, and wants to elevate their “legal agility” to work with a fun, highly innovative, fast paced, and truly passionate business-minded team.

Senior Corporate Paralegal:

Duties/Responsibilities:

Assist the legal team in various tasks including but not limited to:

Preparing and reviewing the company’s SEC filings, including reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q, and 8-K, annual proxy statement (DEF 14A), and related materials
Supporting Board and committee operations, including preparing agendas, minutes, resolutions, and other governance records; maintenance of governance policies and committee charters and related materials
Supporting disclosure controls and procedures and coordinating inputs from cross-functional teams
Supporting director onboarding, training, annual evaluations, and governance-related disclosures
Assisting with annual meeting logistics and related materials
Maintaining insider trading compliance processes, D&O questionnaires, and related governance certifications
Leading Section 16 reporting and beneficial ownership tracking
Assisting with NYSE compliance and required submissions
Managing the formalities necessary to maintain SharkNinja’s domestic and international entities, including coordination with corporate agents and legal counsel to maintain minute books, compliance calendars, and annual report filings; record and report director and officer changes; and maintain qualifications to do business
Preparing resolutions and other legal documents for attorney review

Required Skills/Abilities:

Thorough understanding of U.S. securities regulations, NYSE rules, EDGAR filing practices, and corporate governance best practices
Experience drafting and reviewing SEC filings, corporate governance documents, and board memoranda and presentations
Experience handling confidential information and working with senior management
Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills; ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, work efficiently, independently, and effectively in time-sensitive situations, and interest in developing proficiency in multiple areas of the law
Excellent interpersonal and client service skills, and superior verbal and written communication skills; ability to work effectively across a global enterprise, dealing with stakeholders at all levels of the organization and in various cultures
Proven ability to manage complex matters and exercise sound judgment
Self-motivated to seek out challenges and pursue outrageously extraordinary outcomes
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Experience with board software such as Diligent preferred

Education/Experience:

Minimum of three to five years of experience as a corporate paralegal focused on securities/corporate governance at a firm or in-house
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
Certified as a Legal Assistant or Paralegal preferred
Experience in management of corporate entities
Commissioned Notary Public or willingness to obtain commission shortly after hire
Law firm and/or in-house practice experience in a publicly traded company preferred
High level of interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to prioritize and manage a large volume of work with various deadlines

Location: Needham, MA Hybrid

Salary and Other Compensation: The annual salary range for this position is displayed below. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts (HSA) with company contribution, 401(k) retirement plan with matching, employee stock purchase program, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability insurance, long-term disability insurance, generous paid time off, company holidays, parental leave, identity theft protection, pet insurance, pre-paid legal insurance, back-up child and eldercare days, product discounts, referral bonus program, and more.

Pay Range

$109,200—$175,000 USD

Our Culture

At SharkNinja, we don’t just raise the bar—we push past it every single day. Our Outrageously Extraordinary mindset drives us to tackle the impossible, push boundaries, and deliver results that others only dream of. If you thrive on breaking out of your swim lane, you’ll be right at home.

What We Offer

We offer competitive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, employee stock purchase options, wellness programs, SharkNinja product discounts, and more. We empower your personal and professional growth with high impact Learning Programs featuring bold voices redefining what’s possible. When you join, you’re not just part of a company—you’re part of an outrageously extraordinary community. Together, we won’t just launch products—we’ll disrupt entire markets.

At SharkNinja, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are vital to our global success. Valuing each unique voice and blending all of our diverse skills strengthens SharkNinja’s innovation every day. We support ALL associates in bringing their authentic selves to work, making an impact, and having the opportunity for career acceleration. With help from our leadership, associates, and our community, we aim to have equity be a key component of the SharkNinja DNA.

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