Securities Paralegal

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