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Be a part of shaping our future. In the midst of rapidly growing populations, rising development around the world, and increasing demand, the way we are managing energy and water resources will shape the future of our planet. Itron's decades of experience is helping to ensure success in creating a more resourceful world.
Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure services to communities in more than 100 countries. Our portfolio of smart networks, software, services, meters and sensors helps our customers better manage electricity, gas and water resources for the people they serve. By working with our customers to ensure their success, we help improve the quality of life, ensure the safety and promote the well-being of millions of people around the globe. Itron is dedicated to creating a more resourceful world.
Reporting directly to Itron's Assistant Corporate Secretary but also supporting the General Counsel, Corporate Secretary and additional cross-functional business partners in Global Finance & Accounting, this role is responsible for managing a broad range of legal matters in the United States and internationally.
The focus of the role is entity corporate governance and compliance, including SEC compliance and filings, and maintenance of corporate books and records. Experience in these matters is preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for legal matters related to US and international subsidiary and entity formation, management, and dissolution, including corporate formalities such as preparation, execution and documentation of board, director and shareholder actions and meetings, preparing filings such as annual reports, corporate, tax and similar filings.
- Assist with critical deliverables of the Corporate Secretary's Office, including the annual proxy, SEC Section 16 filings, and supporting the Board of Directors.
- Support various corporate administrative processes including distributing legal documents and agreements for signature, notarizations, apostilles, legalized documents, certified copies, corporate filings, powers of attorney, and other corporate documents as needed.
- Manage and provide oversight and support in the records and data integrity of all information pertaining to US and international subsidiaries, including maintaining US and international subsidiary corporate minute books, global corporate structure charts, and global subsidiary director and officer lists.
- Help manage third-party law firms and other vendors that provide services to the Corporate Secretary's Office.
Key Skills:
- Working knowledge of entity management tools
- Familiarity with SEC filings and forms
- Ability to operate in a deadline-driven environment
- Demonstrated analytical ability, excellent judgment and initiative
- Ability and willingness to operate independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize a rapidly changing workload
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization in a positive, service-oriented manner.
- Ability to work in a cross-functional and geographically dispersed environment with multiple stakeholders and team
- Extremely detail-oriented with excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience & Education:
- 3+ years of relevant corporate legal experience, ideally at a law firm or in-house at a multinational company, including exposure to corporate law, finance, and tax.
- College Degree and/or Paralegal Certificate from accredited institution
- Direct experience with US and international corporate governance and legal entity management as a corporate paralegal supporting multinational companies with international business operations
- Corporate Secretary experience, preferred
Location: This is a flexible position based out of Austin, TX or Liberty Lake, WA and will be required to work in the office periodically for specific meetings or events.
Travel: 0-5%
Physical Requirements: This is a typical office job, with no special physical requirements or unusual work environment.
Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for!
The successful candidate's starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience. This position also includes a competitive benefit package including; financial, social, health and wellbeing programs, paid vacation, 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, hybrid work schedule, and more! Liberty Lake, WA: The base salary for this position is $44,000 - $89,000.
Itron is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, medical condition, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or other characteristics protected by law. If you require an accommodation in order to apply to this position, please contact your local recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com.
Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure services to communities in more than 100 countries. Our portfolio of smart networks, software, services, meters and sensors helps our customers better manage electricity, gas and water resources for the people they serve. By working with our customers to ensure their success, we help improve the quality of life, ensure the safety and promote the well-being of millions of people around the globe. Itron is dedicated to creating a more resourceful world. Join us: www.itron.com.
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