Corporate Paralegal Job at Black & Veatch Family of Companies, Overland Park, KS

b29VamhFU3U5TkZQTVpiOUhnMXBHZ1lrRUE9PQ==
  • Black & Veatch Family of Companies
  • Overland Park, KS

Job Description

Why Black and Veatch

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. 

Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a detail-oriented  Corporate Paralegal to join our team in our Kansas City office. This role will support the legal and compliance functions, primarily focusing on  company secretarial responsibilities  for our group subsidiaries and the  management of engineering and construction licensing across multiple jurisdictions. 

The Team

Black & Veatch’s Business Enablement consists of critical groups that help enable the organizations people, projects, and businesses to be as successful as possible. Functions in this group include Digital & Information Technology, Global Finance, Global Human Resources, Legal, Risk Management, and Government Affairs and Real Estate and Building Services. 

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Governance / Company Secretarial Duties 

  • Maintain corporate records and entity databases for U.S. and international subsidiaries. 
  • Prepare and file annual reports, board resolutions, meeting minutes, and other corporate documentation. 
  • Coordinate formation, dissolution, and restructuring of legal entities as needed. 
  • Monitor corporate compliance deadlines and ensure timely filings with relevant authorities. 
  • Assist in preparation and maintenance of corporate governance policies and internal procedures. 
  • Maintain and update the organizational charts using appropriate tools and platforms. 

Licensing Management 

  • Manage and maintain active engineering, contractor, and business licenses across states. 
  • Track renewal dates and coordinate timely submissions to avoid lapses. 
  • Liaise with regulatory agencies, licensing boards, and internal departments to ensure compliance. 
  • Assist with applications for new licenses as business expands into new jurisdictions. 

Additional Support 

  • Coordinate with internal legal counsel and external legal advisors as necessary. 
  • Support legal team in other administrative or compliance-related tasks, including document management and audits. 
  • Coordinate with key internal stakeholders across departments—including Tax, Treasury, and Sales—as needed to ensure alignment and support.  

Preferred Qualifications

  • Paralegal certificate or equivalent legal training required. 
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm, with a focus on corporate governance and corporate licensing. 
  • Familiarity with the engineering and construction industry is strongly preferred. 
  • Strong understanding of corporate entity structures and multi-jurisdictional compliance. 
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and time management skills. 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal entity management software (e.g., hCue, CSC, or similar). 

Minimum Qualifications

  • 2-5 years corporate law or paralegal experience required
  • All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications

Paralegal Certification (or global equivalent) preferred.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

  • Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.
  • Opportunity to contribute to critical legal and compliance processes in a growing EPC firm. 
  • Collaborative and professional team environment. 

Job Tags

For contractors, Work at office, Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs

Dessert Holdings Inc.

Maintenance Technician Job at Dessert Holdings Inc.

 ...and repair electrical and mechanical defects Participate as a Maintenance Lead for assigned area teams to support Line Centric Teams...  ...necessary Proficiency in MS Office and basic PC skills REQUIRED 5+ industrial Mechanical experience or two-year technical degree preferred... 

Pinnacle Group

UX Researcher Job at Pinnacle Group

 ...Position: UX ResearcherLocation: Atlanta, GA or Bothell, WA (onsite)Duration: ContractJob ID: 170765Job Overview:We are seeking...  ...any links. Instead, contact us directly at (***) ***-****. To report any concerns, please email us at legal@pinnacle1.com#LI-SF1... 

Zeno Power

Nuclear Shielding Engineer Job at Zeno Power

 ...free, resilient power for decades, utilizing material found in nuclear waste. Zeno's technology is both light-weight and cost-effective...  ...by federal, state, or local law. Nuclear Shielding Engineer Zeno is seeking a highly motivated Nuclear Shielding Engineer... 

The University of the West Indies

Real Estate Development Manager Job at The University of the West Indies

 ...INDIES OFFICE OF FINANCE THE UWI REGIONAL HEADQUARTERS, JAMAICA APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE POST OF REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT MANAGER The Real Estate Development Manager will be responsible for leading the identification, preparation,... 

Openkyber

Business Consultant Job at Openkyber

 ...Role: Full-time, remote, with some in-person presence required (Boston-based strongly preferred). Schedule: Primarily weekday business hours (Eastern Time), with flexibility for live programming. Compensation: $60 $80/hour, depending on experience; paid bi-...