We are seeking a Corporate Governance Paralegal to join the in-house Legal Services Team to support the Legal Government & Legal Affairs Department at MetLife, Inc. The incumbent will primarily provide support to the Corporate Secretary’s Office but will also assist in other areas of the legal department and the Legal Services Team initiatives. This associate will have experience assisting with board and committee meetings, among other corporate governance tasks described below. The ideal candidate should possess excellent time management and organizational skills along with advanced technical competencies. To be successful in the role you must be detail-oriented, agile, possess fine judgment and strong interpersonal skills demonstrate self-motivation, eagerness and proactively seeking ways to assist and improve. Confidentiality is a MUST.
Key Responsibilities
- Aid with board & committee meetings with preparing and maintaining meeting schedules, drafting documents, agendas, resolutions, consents, minutes, scripts etc.; support directors with meeting and administrative matters.
- Creating Board books in Diligent and following up with all levels across the enterprise.
- Work with senior personnel, including attorneys and Corporate Secretary to gather, review, analyze documents.
- Onboarding directors and officers, including preparation of biographical affidavits.
- Ensure accurate updating of global subsidiaries (GEMS) & organizational chart changes.
- Prepare documents for notarization and apostille.
- Assist with Director Compensation, Financial Authorities Delegations and polling.
- Ability to assist in all aspects of corporate governance as the role requires.
- Managing enterprise‑wide corporate governance inquiries through the Power Apps application.
- Experience in preparing proxy statements a plus
- Self-starter & ability to work independently and in a team.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Highly detail-oriented, with a proven ability to accurately prepare, review and manage sensitive legal and corporate governance documentation while meeting strict deadlines.
- Demonstrates confidence and professionalism when engaging with the Board of Directors and senior executive leaders.
- Strong time-management and prioritization skills with ability to manage high workload.
- Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, I-manage, SharePoint, Outlook, Litera, GEMS and Diligent and W Desk experience a plus.
- Ability to learn new skills and systems quickly.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal degree or certificate
- Notary Public in NY (will assist in obtaining).
- Corporate governance experience.
About the company
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We live in a time of unprecedented change. A time when economies, regulations, and social safety nets are all in flux.
Customers around the globe have told us they’re overwhelmed by the pace of change and are looking for a trusted partner to help them manage life’s twists and turns.
MetLife is committed to being that partner. That’s why we’re transforming our business: Delivering greater value for the people we serve by becoming a simpler, more focused, and future-facing company. We’ll be introducing new ways to meet our customers’ evolving needs, with flexible products; simpler, more intuitive experiences and a range of new services.
MetLife. Navigating life together.
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MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET), through its subsidiaries and affiliates (“MetLife”), is one of the world’s leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to help its individual and institutional customers navigate their changing world. Founded in 1868, MetLife has operations in more than 40 markets globally and holds leading positions in the United States, Japan, Latin America, Asia, Europe and the Middle East.