Senior SEC & Governance Paralegal

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents.

Senior SEC/Governance Paralegal will report to the Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel - Securities and Governance within the Legal Department. The Senior SEC/Governance Paralegal will independently handle or provide support to the Deputy General Counsel, as appropriate for the matter, with respect to: (1) various SEC and corporate matters, including compliance processes associated with SEC and Section 16 filings, equity and debt financings, management of the insider trading window preclearance process, (2) various corporate governance and executive and director compensation matters, (3) corporate and subsidiary management activities and compliance as needed, (4) compliance with New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) regulations, and (5) other responsibilities to be assigned from time to time. The Senior SEC/Governance Paralegal will also assist the Corporate Secretary with respect to a wide range of matters associated with the operation and governance of Amentum’s Board of Directors and its committees thereof. US Citizenship is required. This is a HYBRID role; when you are required to be on-site you will report to our Herndon, VA location.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with legal and compliance processes associated with the preparation of various SEC filings, including Proxy Statement, Forms 10-K and 10-Q, Form 11-K and Section 16 filings
• Assist the Deputy General Counsel with due diligence and other matters associated with the Company’s equity and debt financing transactions, including due diligence and closing documents
• Assist with the filing of registration statements on Forms S-3 and S-8, and proxy statements, including D&O questionnaires and other due diligence
• Assist the Corporate Secretary and Deputy General Counsel with matters attendant to Amentum’s annual meeting of shareholders
• Assist with the insider trading window preclearance process
• Assist the Deputy General Counsel with beneficial ownership reporting and tracking, and compliance with the Company’s executive and director stock ownership guidelines and stock retention requirements
• Assist the Corporate Secretary and Deputy General Counsel with various corporate governance matters, including the preparation or revision of corporate documentation, charters, governance guidelines, and various research on public company corporate governance trends and developments
• With appropriate oversight, manage compliance with NYSE listing standards and requirements, including the preparation of annual and interim written affirmations, officer listing changes, and dividend and annual meeting notices
• Assist the Corporate Secretary with all matters related to the Amentum’s Board of Directors, and committees thereof, including preparing for Board and committee meetings, preparation of various Board agendas, minutes, resolutions, materials and other matters
• Management, operation and governance of the Company’s board information portal, and assistance with the management of the Corporate Records
• Other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Corporate Secretary or the Deputy General Counsel from time to time.

Knowledge/Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Advanced knowledge of personal computing, MS Office Suite applications, Diligent Board Books portal (and various components and products used with it), Workiva, the New York Stock Exchange’s Listing Manager portal, and various internet options/sites, as well as knowledge of CT Corporation’s hCue database preferred
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to consistently meet deadlines with high-quality work product in a fast-paced environment
• Superior organizational/planning skills
• Proactive with strong initiative and superior attention to detail
• Calm under pressure
• Ability to interact appropriately and effectively with all areas and levels of the organization, including, without limitation, Amentum’s board of directors and the executive leadership team
• Flexible, has a sense of humor, and a team player who works well in a collegial, respectful environment with designated lines of authority

Experience/Education

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree required, and Paralegal Certification or Equivalent (including CCGP Certification)
• Minimum of eight years of relevant experience in SEC/securities, corporate governance, and corporate secretary
• Working with boards of directors for public companies, either (1) all in-house, or (2) at a law firm
• With at least three years of in-house experience and the rest with a reputable national or international law firm.
• US Citizenship is required

Benefits 

Amentum offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long- term and short-term disability insurance, paid time off, and parental leave. 

       

Compensation Details:

$54 - $77 per hour

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.