Corporate Securities Paralegal (Santa Monica Corporate)

Under general supervision of the Vice President, Corporate Governance, the Corporate Securities Paralegal will provide support on a broad range of matters, including securities and public company regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and corporate records for a NYSE-listed REIT with over 350 active subsidiaries.

What You’ll Do

• Support all corporate governance processes of parent public company, including assistance with preparation of Board of Directors’ calendar and agendas, materials for board and committee meetings
• Coordinate preparation of proxy statement, including preparing and circulating director and officer questionnaires, collaborating on proxy development, and coordinating with compensation advisors and other key stakeholders, managing communications with financial printer and mailing agent
• Assist with the preparation and execution of Annual Meeting of Stockholders, including coordinating with transfer agent, proxy solicitor and other third parties relating to preparations for the meeting
• Thorough knowledge of public company filings under the Securities Act, Exchange Act, Section 16 and NYSE (Forms 8-K, 10-Q, 10-K, proxy statement, registration statements, Forms 3, 4 & 5)
• Familiarity with use of the EDGAR portal and obtaining/maintaining EDGAR filing codes
• Preparation and filing Section 16 reports and maintenance of related records, including securities ownership
• Manage compensation programs for executive officers and independent directors
• Assist with capital market transactions, including due diligence and document preparation
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of subsidiaries corporate records, including minutes, consents, and resolutions, through the company’s various data rooms
• Oversee the filing of entity formation documents, state qualifications, annual reports, and compliance in various states
• Maintenance of company organizational chart
• Collaborate cross functionally, including with executive management, HR, risk management, asset management, finance, and accounting teams
• Support the Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary

Your Key Success Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 8+ years of experience as a corporate securities paralegal with in-house experience strongly preferred
• High level of proficiency with technology including Microsoft Office Suite applications
• Well organized, strong attention to detail, ability to identify and prioritize tasks and successfully manage multiple projects
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and a collaborative outlook
• All applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including corresponding core job requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities (and others in accordance with applicable law) to perform the essential functions of the job, consistent with applicable laws and Company policy.

Salary

Estimated compensation for this position is:

$120,000 - $140,000 (Annual) + Bonus eligibility

The salary listed is an estimate and not guaranteed. A salary offer will vary based on applicant education, experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, internal equity, and alignment to market data.

Our Culture of Belonging

At Macerich, we are committed to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe our diversity creates value for our employees, workplaces and town centers, and the communities we serve.

We strive to hire great people from diverse backgrounds, and we are stronger for it. We want our employees to thrive, feel valued and respected, and therefore encourage a culture of learning, acknowledging, and celebrating individual uniqueness. We are proud of our practices and the equal opportunity for employment and advancement we foster across the organization.

In support of our culture of belonging, Macerich welcomes qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth and pregnancy-related medical conditions), sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other characteristic or class protected under federal, state, or local law. Additional information is contained in Macerich’s Anti-Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation Policy, which can be provided to applicants upon request. Macerich also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation during the application process or your employment, please contact Human Resources.

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