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Legal Operations Paralegal

At Veracyte, we offer exciting career opportunities for those interested in joining a pioneering team that is committed to transforming cancer care for patients across the globe. Working at Veracyte – whether it be in one of our labs, corporate offices, the field – enables our employees to not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, but to also learn and grow within a results-driven environment that values innovation, collaboration, and compassion.

The Position:

Seeking an experienced, highly motivated paralegal to drive our corporate governance and legal operations initiatives.

Key responsibilities: 

Supporting and implementing best practices, processes and policies for entity management, corporate governance and legal operations
Maintain legal entities and ongoing reporting obligations
Support legal operations initiatives, including e-billing software and external counsel billing and administration
Assist with corporate filings, including Section 16 filings (Form 4s)
Prepare and manage corporate governance processes, including D&O questionnaires
Assist with litigation holds and preservation
Organize and maintain knowledge management system and data rooms
Assist with notarizations, apostilles, legalized documents, certified copies, corporate filings, and other corporate documents as needed

Qualifications:

Paralegal certificate or Associates degree in a related field, such as paralegal studies, business administration or legal studies
5+ years of relevant experience in-house at a US public company as a corporate paralegal
Experience with public company governance and SEC and Nasdaq filings and records
Ability to problem solve and think creatively
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Strong organization skills and attention to detail
Strong prioritization skills; ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Proactive self-starter who enjoys learning new processes and technology
Knowledge of entity management practices
Familiarity with technology solutions for entity management, matter management and e-billing (experience with Diligent and SimpleLegal are a plus)
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Teams
Ability to work effectively in a remote environment with team members located across various time zones

Who You Are:

You have initiative, enthusiasm, and resourcefulness
You are a team player with a passion for collaboration and patient care
You are driven to be a great partner and forge long-lasting relationships with the people you work across the table from
You work hard and want to have fun while you do so. You celebrate wins and remember to enjoy the journey as we grow together and as a company
You are fundamentally a good partner and a good human

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The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units. Veracyte is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Pay range

$97,000—$108,000 USD

What We Can Offer You

Veracyte is a growing company that offers significant career opportunities if you are curious, driven, patient-oriented and aspire to help us build a great company. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce, where diverse backgrounds are represented, engaged, and empowered to drive innovative ideas and decisions. We are proud to have been named a “Bay Area Top Workplace” for 11 years in a row by the Bay Area News Group and “Best Places to Work in San Diego” in 2023 by the San Diego Business Journal.

About Veracyte

Veracyte (Nasdaq: VCYT) is a global genomic diagnostics company that improves patient care by providing answers to clinical questions, informing diagnosis and treatment decisions throughout the patient journey in cancer and other diseases. The company’s growing menu of genomic tests leverage advances in genomic science and technology, enabling patients to avoid risky, costly diagnostic procedures and quicken time to appropriate treatment. The company’s tests in lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, thyroid cancer, bladder cancer and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis are available to patients and its lymphoma subtyping and renal cancer tests are in development. With Veracyte’s exclusive global license to a best-in-class diagnostics instrument platform, the company is positioned to deliver its tests to patients worldwide. Veracyte is based in South San Francisco, California. For more information, please visit www.veracyte.com and follow the company on X (Formerly Twitter).

Veracyte, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Veracyte participates in E-Verify in the United States. View our CCPA Disclosure Notice.

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What You Should Know About Legal Operations Paralegal , Veracyte

Veracyte is seeking a talented Legal Operations Paralegal to join our innovative and inspiring team! If you're passionate about transforming cancer care and making a substantial impact in this field, this remote position could be the perfect fit for you. As a Legal Operations Paralegal, you'll be at the forefront of our corporate governance and legal operations initiatives, supporting and driving best practices and policies around entity management, compliance, and reporting obligations. Your expertise will shine as you assist with corporate filings, manage governance processes, and organize our knowledge management system. With a collaborative spirit, you will also tackle initiatives related to e-billing software and external counsel administration, while ensuring that our documents and processes are perfectly organized. We’re looking for someone with a solid Paralegal certificate or an Associate’s degree along with 5+ years of experience in a corporate paralegal role within a US public company. You should be well-versed in SEC and Nasdaq filings, have excellent communication skills, and be able to navigate the fast-paced environment we thrive in. Veracyte values proactive self-starters who are eager to grow in their roles and take on new challenges. At Veracyte, you'll not only be a part of a dedicated team but will also have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission of enhancing patient care through genomic diagnostics. Come grow with us as we make strides in the world of cancer care!

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What are the key responsibilities of a Legal Operations Paralegal at Veracyte?

The Legal Operations Paralegal at Veracyte is responsible for supporting best practices in corporate governance and legal operations. This includes maintaining legal entities, managing corporate filings like Section 16 filings (Form 4s), preparing governance processes, and organizing data rooms. This role also involves assisting with litigation holds and preservation, as well as managing e-billing software and billing administration.