Senior Paralegal, Corporate Governance

Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team

NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It is a place to explore potential, obliterate boundaries and push out the edges of what can be. The company looks for people who can grow, think, dream and create. Its culture thrives by embracing diversity and rewarding imagination. The brand seeks achievers, leaders and visionaries. At NIKE, Inc. it’s about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly evolving game.

NIKE, Inc.’s rapid pace of innovation demands a Legal team that is always on the offense. And they’re always on their game – with the mission to advance and guide Nike’s business through innovative, offense-minded counsel. Nike attorneys, paralegals and other specialists in law provide inventive approaches and superior counsel to Nike’s global business. As Nike changes the future of sport, the Nike Legal team drives competition, ingenuity and integrity in the marketplace.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for a self-starter, flexible problem solver and outstanding communicator to join our Corporate Governance team as a Senior Paralegal, Corporate Governance.  You will be a key part of the paralegal team which is responsible for all aspects of NIKE’s global corporate governance function.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

As Senior Paralegal, Corporate Governance – you will:

• Support the corporate governance function in all global subsidiary matters, including management of legal entities and assisting with entity formations, dissolutions and internal restructurings
• Draft and revise governance documents, including organizational documents, resolutions and other documents required in connection with entity maintenance
• Maintain the entity management database
• Respond to Know Your Customer, due diligence and internal stakeholder requests
• Support various intercompany transactions
• Assist in coordination of internal director and officer signatures on various corporate documents
• Partner with Legal, Treasury, Finance and Tax teams on governance matters and serve as a resource on corporate and subsidiary matters
• Effectively liaise with outside counsel on legal entity matters
• Support the preparation of SEC filings (e.g., 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks and proxy statements)
• Perform administrative support, including coordinating and scheduling meetings, conference calls and other events related to the corporate governance function

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate plus 4 years of relevant paralegal experience, OR an equivalent combination of education, skills and experiences.
• Corporate paralegal experience, either at a top-tier international law firm or an in-house legal department at a global company preferred
• Excellent communication, organizational and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive issues
• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize demanding workload and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight but also collaboratively as part of a team    

NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.

NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.