Job Description
Job Summary
At IFF, we boldly bring together science and creativity to create what the world needs. An industry leader in food, beverage, health, biosciences and sensorial experiences, we create essential solutions - from global icons to unexpected innovations and experiences. Equal parts outspoken and analytical, our international collective of thinkers working with customers to bring scents, tastes, experiences, ingredients and solutions for products people crave. We are currently looking for a Corporate Paralegal to join us at one of the world's best fragrance and flavor companies. This position is one that offers a collaborative work environment, experience in a fast-paced industry, and a chance to work with a dynamic legal team.
Responsibilities:
Subsidiary management:
Manage corporate records;
Maintenance of global entity database, including registrations, director/officer information, shareholder data, etc.;
Prepare annual shareholder/board meetings and corporate resolutions; and
Assist with corporate governance requests from the corporate legal team and IFF subsidiaries, including written consents and resolutions, powers of attorney, minutes, certificates and other documentation.
Ensure compliance with IFF's Global Subsidiary Governance Policy and procedures;
Assist with Know Your Customer (KYC) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requests; and
Provide assistance to other members of the legal team, as needed.
Job Requirements
Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience; multinational company experience preferred;
Experience with a subsidiary management database (e.g. Diligent and hCue);
Team player in a fast-paced environment;
Experience with international transactional and corporate governance matters a plus;
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
Understanding of operational processes within a large organization;
Proven attention to detail, proactive and acute understanding of the importance of data accuracy;
Able to work independently, multitask and prioritize workload;
Exceptional organizational skills;
Sound judgment and excellent written and verbal business communication skills; and
Commitment to quality work product, ethics, integrity and compliance.
We are a global leader in taste, scent and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more
Salary Ranges:
$84,000.00 - $156,000.00
It is IFF's policy to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and to provide equal employment opportunity to Company employees and applicants for employment, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital or civil union status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, protected disability, genetic characteristics, HIV status or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the Company's employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, transfers, promotions, compensation and terminations. Any employee requiring an accommodation of a protected disability should notify management or his or her Human Resources Representative. Employees with questions or concerns about discrimination in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of his or her Human Resources Representative or any other member of management. Appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination may be taken against any employee who violates this policy.
