Corporate Governance, Sr Paralegal

The Opportunity:

The individual in this position is responsible for overseeing ACA’s internal corporate governance programs and processes. This includes the oversight of the company’s (1) corporate policies and procedures; (2) corporate filings and books and records; (3) intellectual property roster; (4) insurance policies; (5) legal service of process strategies and litigation tracking; and (6) other corporate tasks as assigned. The individual in this position is also responsible for preserving ACA’s reputation for integrity and providing timely, pragmatic legal and business solutions that support ACA in an effective and compliant manner. The ideal candidate will reside in Portland, ME, NYC, or Pittsburgh, PA.

What you’ll do:

• Serve as a leader of ACA’s corporate governance program
• Become a subject matter expert with respect to ACA corporate policies, procedures, and controls
• Develop, implement, and oversee such policies and procedures
• Oversee the management of all of ACA’s corporate books, records, and filings
• Maintain ACA’s intellectual property roster and manage new trademark applications
• Serve as liaison between insurance brokers and ACA management team
• Manage ACA’s legal service process strategies and monitor ongoing litigation
• Liaise with internal stakeholders regarding corporate governance
• Perform ad-hoc work/special projects as necessary to support ACA on various client and internal initiatives

To qualify for the role you must have:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Four to six years of corporate governance experience

Skills and attributes for success:

• Dependable, flexible, and adaptable to new ACA initiatives and changing client needs
• Experience exercising discretion and making independent judgments on matters of significance
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, team environment
• Ability to work independently, multi-task and prioritize effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and clients
• Highly motivated and goal oriented; proactive in one’s own education and career progression; volunteers for and shows initiative on both internal and external projects and tasks
• Dedicated to upholding ACA’s high-quality standards and customer service focus
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with attention to detail 
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Acrobat, and the Internet

Ideally, you’ll also have:

• Prior law firm or corporate paralegal experience.

What working at ACA offers:

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options as well as a flexible work environment. You’ll also be granted time off for designated ACA Paid Holidays, Summer Fridays, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We also offer unique benefits such as Student Debt Forgiveness and Pet Insurance.

About ACA:

ACA Group is the leading governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) advisor in financial services. We empower our clients to reimagine GRC and protect and grow their business. Our innovative approach integrates consulting, managed services, and our ComplianceAlpha® technology platform with the specialized expertise of former regulators and practitioners and our deep understanding of the global regulatory landscape.

What we commit to:

ACA is firmly committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, which applies to recruiting, hiring, placement, promotions, training, discipline, terminations, layoffs, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and all other terms and conditions of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.