Roles & Responsibilities:

• Draft and File Certificates of Incorporation and Certificates of Formation in Delaware and other Jurisdictions
• Assists clients in preparing due diligence request lists and responding to due diligence requests in financing and M&A transactions; proficient in setting up and using different technology platforms (i.e. virtual data rooms) and other methods for responding to such requests; maintains best practices for organizing, tracking and communicating due diligence responses
• Prepares and maintains closing checklists for private placement financings and M&A transactions
• Acts as primary interface with filing services for any corporate filings required to complete a financing or M&A transaction; keeps all parties aware of filing deadlines
• Assists in closing of private placements and M&A transactions, including drafting ancillary documents, preparing signature pages, updating investor schedules, tracking receipt of signatures, and compiling fully executed copies of documents and agreements

Must Have:

• A strong background in providing corporate support to emerging companies, debt financing experience, and background in M&A transactions is required
• Bachelor’s degree and completion of paralegal program of study, or clear demonstration of equivalent knowledge and skill
• Advanced proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) for the creation and editing of documents, Proficiency in cap table management software
• Carta and Capshare, is not required, but candidate will be expected to become proficient in both quickly
• Proficiency in the use of electronic signature applications (g. DocuSign) and document retention databases (e.g. Google Docs, Dropbox and other proprietary virtual data rooms)
• Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and methods of client communication as needed
• Ability to understand and follow work directions, make discretionary decisions, manage multiple priorities and respond to urgent requests with minimal supervision
• Excellent proactive communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain effective working relationships and communicate verbally and in writing, with clients, firm members, and other business contacts
• Exceptional client service skills, as well as the ability to handle stressful situations in a calm, composed manner
• Ability to pay close attention to detail and be highly organized and accurate
• Strong time and task management skills
• Ability to work effectively and juggle multiple tasks in a team-oriented service environment

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