Paralegal

Who We Are:

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.

Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!

Job Summary:

Performs a variety of legal-related activities (not requiring a law degree) related to corporate governance, including legal or factual research, contract administration, document preparation and analysis, subsidiary maintenance, and public filings and disclosures. The position also performs a variety of activities related to enterprise risk management  and resiliency programs, including supporting data gathering and analysis related to environmental and labor disclosures corporate governance.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Assists with Performs subsidiary management, including preparation and filing of corporate formations and dissolutions, annual reports, appointments, powers of attorney.
• Assists with the administration of the corporate governance function including supporting board of directors meetings and, annual shareholder meetings.
• Assists with preparation and filing of annual proxy statement.
• Assists with gathering and organizing data required for environmental and labor disclosures globally.
• Assists with M&A in the preparation of due diligence and closing materials; prepares corporate files.
• Populates and maintains subsidiary management database.
• Provides information to other departments including tax, finance and HR as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Level Specifications:

• Mastery knowledge of the job, practices and procedures, as well as how it affects the organization. Develops process improvement for a wide variety of tasks.
• Mastery of various online tools (e.g., subsidiary maintenance tool, board of directors portal, environmental data tool, etc.).
• Consistently works on highly complex problems requiring independent action and decision-making. Determines best course of action to resolve problems and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Work is performed under little or no guidance and assigned in the form of broad objectives. Significant creativity and ingenuity are expected to recommend solutions to complex problems and additional challenges. May act as informal team lead and/or coach less experienced team members.
• Frequent collaboration with management, external contacts and/or other teams. Coordinates efforts with other departments for optimal efficiency. May act as a point of contact for individuals internally and/or externally.
• Actions may impact the department and the organization. Errors may be difficult to detect and remedy and may require significant expenditure to resolve.

Work Experience:

• Typically requires a minimum of eight years of related experience.

Education and Certification(s):

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Distinguishing Characteristics:

• Paralegal credentials required.

What We Offer:

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

• Generous Paid Time Off

• 401K and Pension Plan

• Paid Holidays

• Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account

• Education Assistance

• Employee Development Resources

• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company.  If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669.