Senior Paralegal, Securities and Governance

Role Overview The position supports the Corporate Secretary’s office in the day‑to‑day operations and functions providing legal support on public company securities reporting and corporate governance compliance. Responsibilities Assist with developing materials that are presented to Board and committees (i.e., agendas, resolutions, corporate governance reviews, director independence, related party transactions) Support preparation and filing of SEC documents, including Forms 8‑K, 10‑Q, 10‑K and proxy statement. Support tracking insider stock holdings and assist with preparing and file Section16 reports (Forms3,4, and5). Prepare and review of D&O questionnaires. Prepare timeline for proxy statement and work with third‑party vendors for proxy preparation and solicitation process. Perform benchmarking and research on various securities and governance matters. Prepare filings for NYSE compliance. Interact with cross‑functional stakeholders at all levels, including senior executives and the HR, investor relations and finance teams on corporate and compliance matters. Serve as primary contact with BD’s transfer agent and assist with shareholder‑related issues. Assist in the execution of Board and committee meetings. Assist with variety of other governance and shareholder‑related matters, including policies and procedures, insider trading procedures and executive and director compensation. Help to review and update content and legal policies for corporate governance compliance. Perform other related duties as required, including liaising with other departments as needed. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution Minimum of 8 years of in‑house corporate governance experience Proficient with the Microsoft Office product suite and willingness and ability to learn new corporate governance and other software tools Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience being proactive, self‑driven with the capacity to work autonomously in a dynamic work environment Interpersonal skills and experience working collaboratively with cross‑functional partners at all levels of the organization Attention to detail and organizational problem‑solving skills Excellent work ethic and high degree of professionalism, and a proven ability to work both independently and within a team Ability to multi‑task and work in a fast paced, changing environment and to balance multiple, concurrent projects Benefits Annual Bonus Health and Well‑being Benefits Medical coverage Health Savings Accounts Flexible Spending Accounts Dental coverage Vision coverage Hospital Care Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Accidental Injury Insurance Life and AD&D insurance Short‑term disability coverage Long‑term disability insurance Long‑term care with life insurance Other Well‑being Resources Anxiety management program Wellness incentives Sleep improvement program Diabetes management program Virtual physical therapy Emotional/mental health support programs Weight management programs Gastrointestinal health program Substance use management program Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit Retirement and Financial Well‑being BD 401(k) Plan BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan 529 College Savings Plan Financial counseling Baxter Credit Union (BCU) Daily Pay College financial aid and application guidance Life Balance Programs Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement MetLife Legal Plan Group auto and home insurance Pet insurance Commuter benefits Discounts on products and services Academic Achievement Scholarship Service Recognition Awards Employer matching donation Workplace accommodations Other Life Balance Programs Adoption assistance Backup day care and eldercare Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Parental Leave Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age‑related hormonal changes Leave Programs Bereavement leaves Military leave Personal leave Family and Medical Leave (FML) Jury and Witness Duty Leave Equal Opportunity Employer Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Location: Franklin Lakes, NJ, USA. Role requires onsite collaboration with a minimum of 4 days per week. Remote or field‑based arrangements may be indicated in the posting. For this position, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID‑19. In some locations, testing for COVID‑19 may be available and/or required. Requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Becton Dickinson