Board Governance/Private Trust Manager

About the Position:

We are working with a sophisticated private family office that has an immediate need for a board governance paralegal/manager (5+ yrs) to join its in-house legal team in Chicago.

Highlights:

· Competitive compensation and benefits

· Opportunity to be a key member of a legal team

· Work/life balance

· Collegial work environment

Responsibilities:

· Manage corporate documents and records

· Prepare draft agendas for board and committees

· Manage board and committee meetings logistics

· Facilitate orientation of new board members as well as assist with director training

· Manage annual elections of committee members, directors, and officers

· Prepare reports for board, committee, and management

· Oversee the Corporate Transparency Act process

· Work with outside vendors in relation to governance and ongoing filings

Required Qualifications:

· 5 or more years of board governance experience

· Knowledge of governance meeting procedures including minute taking

· Experience with corporate entity formation and maintenance

· Previous experience working in a family office, trust company, or investment management office is a plus

· Proficiency in Adobe and Microsoft Office

· Strong communication and time management skills

Location:

Chicago, IL

About Us:

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