Job Description
Position:
Corporate Paralegal, Securities
Location:
San Francisco
Onsite Logistics:
2/3 Days Onsite (HYBRID)
Hours:
930am – 530pm (35-Hour work week)
Salary:
$135,000 - $165,000 with additional OT and Annual Bonus
A highly respected
AmLaw-caliber law firm
is seeking a
Corporate & Securities Paralegal (3–5 years)
to join its
Corporate & Securities practice
in San Francisco. This is a
front-line transactional role
supporting sophisticated corporate matters for
high-growth private companies, venture-backed startups, and public company clients .
This position offers
meaningful responsibility , direct attorney interaction, and exposure to
M&A, venture financings, IPO-adjacent work, and complex securities compliance —ideal for a paralegal looking to deepen their transactional skill set in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
You will play a critical role in supporting attorneys through all phases of corporate and securities transactions, including:
Prepare and maintain
capitalization tables , and assist with
equity issuances, option grants, and incentive equity plans
Support
venture capital financings , mergers & acquisitions, and other strategic transactions
Assist with
entity formations , reorganizations, and ongoing corporate governance matters
Prepare and manage
closing sets , signature pages, and post-closing deliverables
Draft and file
SEC forms ,
Blue Sky filings , and related securities notices
Maintain
corporate records , minute books, and electronic data rooms
Conduct
due diligence
and support attorney review of transactional materials
Work closely with attorneys and internal teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across transactions
What We’re Looking For
3–5 years of direct experience
as a Corporate / Securities Paralegal (law firm experience strongly preferred)
Hands-on experience with:
Corporate transactions (M&A, venture financings, company formations)
Securities filings and Blue Sky compliance
Cap table management software
(Carta, Pulley, or similar)
Strong understanding of
corporate governance , capitalization fundamentals, and transaction workflows
Advanced proficiency in
Microsoft Excel
(sorting, filtering, formulas, analysis)
Experience with
DocuSign
and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Exceptional
organization, attention to detail, and time-management skills
High degree of
professional judgment, discretion, and integrity
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment
Bachelor’s degree
required (Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field preferred)
ECA designation or CEP certification
is a plus
Flexibility to work overtime as needed to support transaction timelines
Why This Role
Work on
high-profile, market-moving transactions
Support
innovative startups and established public companies
Join a
collaborative, high-caliber legal team
Gain exposure to
complex securities and transactional matters
Clear runway for
professional growth and skill development
Ready to Apply?
Don't miss this opportunity! Apply now and join our team.
Job Details
Posted Date:
March 2, 2026
Job Type:
Legal
Location:
Hayward, California, 94557, United States
Company:
Plona Partners
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Don't miss this opportunity! Apply now and join our team.