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Tesla

Oct 22

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • Palo Alto

Requirements

  • 5+ years of relevant In-house and/or top-tier law firm experience working as a Corporate Paralegal
  • Bachelor’s Degree and/or paralegal certification preferred or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability
  • Notary certification (or willingness to obtain) a plus
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Acrobat, legal entity management and related software
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work within a complex and constantly changing, fast-paced, demanding work environment
  • Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with internal functions around the globe as well as external advisors

Responsibilities

  • Corporate Subsidiary Governance & Maintenance: set up, maintain and manage the corporate obligations of all Tesla’s domestic subsidiaries and Tesla’s Secretary of State filings. Work with CT Corp to ensure all domestic subsidiaries are in good standing and comply with all necessary formalities (e.g., board meetings; timely approval and filing of required documentation) Maintain officer and director slates for various corporate entities as directed Prepare written consents, resolutions, certifications, minutes, intercompany funding agreements and powers of attorney, and other corporate documentation as needed for domestic subsidiaries; update and maintain corporate records and databases for all domestic subsidiaries and manage corporate agents Assist with, obtain and distribute notarizations, apostilles, legalized documents, certified copies, corporate filings and other corporate documents as needed Assist with legal aspects of acquisitions and financing projects, including assisting with closing documents, entity transitions, and any other special projects Assist in maintaining domestic corporate structure charts and domestic subsidiary lists, assist in permitting/licensing on various matters, and assist various cross functional teams with ‘Know Your Customer’ forms Work with other members of the legal team as well as other company functional departments on special projects and initiatives

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Sr. Paralegal, Corporate position?

The position requires 5+ years of relevant in-house and/or top-tier law firm experience as a Corporate Paralegal, a Bachelor's Degree and/or paralegal certification (or equivalent experience), and preferably notary certification.

What types of corporate governance tasks will I be responsible for?

You will be responsible for setting up, maintaining, and managing the corporate obligations of Tesla’s domestic subsidiaries, including board meetings, officer and director slates, and preparing corporate documentation such as written consents, resolutions, and minutes.

Is experience with legal entity management software necessary for this role?

Yes, proficiency in legal entity management and related software is required for this position.

What are the work environment expectations for this role?

The role is in a complex and constantly changing, fast-paced, and demanding work environment, where the ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team is essential.

Are there opportunities for professional development within Tesla?

While specific professional development opportunities are not mentioned in the job description, Tesla offers a dynamic work environment that encourages growth and collaboration across various functional departments.

What kind of benefits does Tesla offer to employees?

Tesla offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) with employer match, company-paid life insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and various employee discounts and perks.

What is the expected salary range for the Sr. Paralegal, Corporate position?

The expected annual salary range is between $72,000 and $198,000, plus cash and stock awards and benefits.

Will I need to manage internal and external relationships in this role?

Yes, you will need to build and maintain positive working relationships with internal functions around the globe as well as with external advisors.

Is there a specific certification required for this role?

While a paralegal certification is preferred, it is not mandatory. However, relevant experience and exceptional ability are important.

Are there any specific country requirements for notarization and document handling in this position?

Yes, you will assist with obtaining and distributing notarizations, apostilles, legalized documents, certified copies, and other corporate filings as needed for domestic subsidiaries.

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Tesla

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy.

Automotive
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2003
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy through increasingly affordable electric vehicles in addition to renewable energy generation and storage. California-based Tesla is committed to having the best-in-class in safety, performance, and reliability in all Tesla cars. There are currently over 275,000 Model S, Model X and Model 3 vehicles on the road worldwide. To achieve a sustainable energy future, Tesla also created infinitely scalable energy products: Powerwall, Powerpack and Solar Roof. As the world’s only vertically integrated energy company, Tesla continues to innovate, scale and reduce the costs of commercial and grid-scale systems, with the goal of ultimately getting us to 100% renewable energy grids.