Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Allstate is a leading insurance company dedicated to protecting families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. They are seeking an experienced paralegal to join their Securities Law team, where the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining compliance with securities laws and supporting corporate governance initiatives.

Responsibilities

Support Allstate’s SEC reporting (Form 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and other public disclosures and ongoing compliance with applicable legal requirements: maintain quarterly disclosure checklists, manage communications to and information gathering from subject matter experts, proofread disclosures, and maintain records and archives in accordance with records retention requirements.
Assist with capital markets transactions: manage data room and due diligence process, maintain working group list and closing checklists, draft closing certificates, assist with drafting of documents and updating disclosures.
Support Allstate’s internal compliance with insider trading laws and policy: maintain list of insiders, prepare compliance communications, track and prepare Section 16 ownership reporting (Forms 3, 4 and 5).
Conduct, summarize, and analyze complex research, including gathering facts, researching and analyzing applicable laws, regulations, and case laws, etc., and use online research tools for peer company benchmarking.
Review new and proposed legislation and agency rulemaking; assist with preparing analysis, status reports, and communications to internal stakeholders.
Administration of third-party electronic platforms for maintaining Section 16 ownership reporting.
Effectively collaborate with key stakeholders on projects across the enterprise.
Provide additional support to Allstate’s Corporate Governance functions (e.g., drafting documents related to subsidiary entities, including formation documents, by-laws, operating agreements, board and committee meeting agendas and minutes, written consents, domestic and foreign annual report filings and other compliance documentation, and incumbency and officer certificates).

Skills

Bachelor’s degree
5+ years of paralegal or corporate governance experience, with 3+ years in securities and capital markets functions at a law firm or a U.S. publicly traded company (preferred)
Fluency with SEC reporting and other public company disclosures; familiarity with financial terms and concepts
Strong analytical, research, and organizational skills
Meticulous attention to detail and proofreading abilities
Proven project management and time management skills
Collaborative and adaptable approach to teamwork
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are a must, with the ability to communicate clearly and confidently with executives
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively, building strong relationships across teams
A calm head and steady hand to deal with the unexpected
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, SharePoint)
Curiosity and openness to leveraging emerging technologies (including AI) to drive innovation
Experience with SEC reporting platforms (EDGAR, Computershare Section 16 Manager, Workiva or comparable programs)
Licensed notary or willingness to become licensed (experience with remote/electronic notarization a plus)

Company Overview

Allstate is an insurance company that offers car, home, and life insurance services. It is a sub-organization of Allstate. It was founded in 1931, and is headquartered in Northbrook, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.allstate.com.

[Remote] Paralegal Senior Specialist, Securities Law (Remote)

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