Associate, Paralegal Corporate

Job Description Ares is seeking a detail‑oriented Paralegal to support the Firm’s corporate governance, entity management, and regulatory compliance functions. This role is ideal for a candidate with foundational corporate paralegal experience who is looking to develop expertise in a sophisticated, fast‑paced legal environment. Reports to Senior Paralegal, Corporate Key Responsibilities Corporate Governance & Board Support Assist in the preparation of board and committee materials, including agendas, resolutions, and minutes Support coordination of board meetings and maintenance of board portals Maintain corporate records, minute books, and governance documents Assist with director and officer onboarding and annual questionnaires Public Company & SEC Support Support preparation and filing of certain aspects of SEC reports (Forms 10‑K, 10‑Q, 8‑K, proxy statements) Assist with EDGAR filings and maintenance of EDGAR access codes Coordinate documentation requests for audits and internal reviews Section 16 & Insider Compliance Assist with preparation and filing of Forms 3, 4, and 5 Maintain Insider Tracking Lists and Compliance Calendars Support administration of 10b5‑1 trading plans Entity Management Maintain corporate entity database, structure charts, and compliance calendars Assist with entity formations, dissolutions, and state filings Support ongoing compliance for domestic and international subsidiaries Equity Administration Support Assist with equity plan administration, including tracking vesting and exercises Coordinate with HR, Finance, and third‑party administrators Maintain internal equity records and documentation Transactions & Legal Support Assist with due diligence and document organization for M&A and financing transactions Support execution and tracking of NDAs and standard agreements Maintain organized, audit‑ready legal files Regulatory & Compliance Support Assist with KYC/AML requests, due diligence questionnaires, and regulatory filings Prepare organizational charts and basic ownership summaries Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree 3‑5 years of corporate paralegal or related legal experience Basic understanding of corporate governance and entity management Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Strong sense of professional ethics, integrity, and accountability in handling confidential and high‑stakes matters Preferred Exposure to public company reporting or SEC filings Experience with legal or entity management systems (e.g., Diligent, Workiva) Paralegal certificate or equivalent training Notary Public (or willingness to obtain) Compensation $100,000–$120,000 The anticipated base salary range for this position is listed below. Total compensation may also include a discretionary performance-based bonus. Note, the range takes into account a broad spectrum of qualifications, including, but not limited to, years of relevant work experience, education, and other relevant qualifications specific to the role. Benefits Ares U.S. Core Benefits include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long-Term Disability (LTD) and Short-Term Disability (STD) insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit. Ares offers a number of additional benefits including access to a world‑class medical advisory team, a mental health app that includes coaching, therapy and psychiatry, a mindfulness and wellbeing app, financial wellness benefit that includes access to a financial advisor, new parent leave, reproductive and adoption assistance, emergency backup care, matching gift program, education sponsorship program, and much more. #J-18808-Ljbffr