Senior Paralegal, Securities and Governance

We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. Job Description Role Overview: The position supports the Corporate Secretary’s office in the day-to-day operations and functions in providing legal support on public company securities reporting and corporate governance compliance. Responsibilities will include the following: 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 Section 16 reports (Forms 3, 4, and 5). 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. Assisting 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. Requirements: 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 At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting. For certain roles at BD, 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. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law. At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:  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 le