Paralegal Specialist

Job ID 10100941 Location Burbank, California, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Sep. 17, 2024

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"I didn't think it was possible that something I did for fun - telling sports stories through stats - could become my job until I came here."

Ana, Sr. Researcher, ESPN

Job Summary:

At Disney our Paralegals are highly respected because their skills are quite simply, essential. You’d be a key member of a dynamic, fast-paced team that oversees The Walt Disney Company’s international corporate subsidiary structure. This position will be part of the transformational team working to achieve the department’s strategic goals to serve our dynamic global company.

This position currently reports to: Vice President, Governance Counsel & Assistant Secretary for the Office of the Corporate Secretary.

Skills/Experience:

Forming, dissolving, and maintaining domestic and international subsidiaries
Corporate drafting, including resolutions, consents, certificates, charters, bylaws
Entity management systems (CSC, Diligent Entities, GEMS or similar)
Registered agent database (CSC Navigator or similar)
Electronic records and document management

Duties:

Manage all aspects of entity maintenance, including handling of state and local filings relating to new entity formations, foreign qualifications, dissolutions, name changes, conversions, mergers and DBAs
Manage all aspects of subsidiary governance, including preparation of governing documents (bylaws, operating agreements), officer and director appointments and preparation of annual consents
Support internal clients and functional partners in the preparation of various types of corporate documentation, including shareholder and member consents, resolutions, officer certificates and production of records and reports to support regulatory and tax filings, internal and external audits, corporate transactions and treasury banking and KYC requirements
Provide guidance on DE and CA Corporations requirements, processes and procedures; manage Corporate Secretary Inbox and respond to inquiries and requests from clients and internal stakeholders
Liaise with outside counsel and registered agents
Maintain electronic corporate minute books and records
Assist in the development, implementation and management of subsidiary governance guidelines, policies and procedures
Assist with department trainings and presentations
Assist with other corporate secretary and governance-related projects, as may be necessary from time to time

Here’s what you will need to be successful in this role:

A Bachelor’s Degree and/or qualifications to be a paralegal by certification or education and work experience as set forth by the American Bar Association and any applicable state codes
7+ years directly relevant corporate/subsidiary governance paralegal experience
Deep knowledge of Delaware and California corporations law and Secretary of State processes, procedures and standards
Extensive operational entity management knowledge and experience, including familiarity with entity management and registered agent databases
Significant electronic recordkeeping and document management experience
Sharp written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and extreme attention to detail
Ability to manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment with a strong degree of accuracy, efficiency and reliability
Ability to work independently with internal clients and stakeholders
Team-oriented and collaborative approach
“EQ” skills to build bridges, forge alliances and encourage people to want to work with you to foster cross-department collaboration
A calm head and steady hand to deal with the unexpected
A highly professional demeanor, positive outlook and a can-do attitude

It would be great if you also had these skills/experiences:

Experience working in a large national law firm or in-house at a large public company
Experience managing a large volume of legal entities
Experience with budgeting and legal billing, and matter management software (Legal Tracker)

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $102,000 to $136,700 per year and in New York is $104,200 to $143,200 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):

At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with TWDC Enterprises 18 Corp., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).

TWDC Enterprises 18 Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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