Senior Paralegal, Corporate

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

 

 

Welcome to BWXT 

We believe in empowering our employees and cultivating a dynamic workplace that fosters growth and collaboration. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, you'll find opportunities to challenge yourself, learn from seasoned experts, and contribute to nuclear innovation. We required a diverse range of skills to support our work in the markets that drive our business and welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life stages who are passionate about making a difference.

 

Position Overview: 

The Corporate Paralegal at BWXT will provide comprehensive support to our legal department by assisting attorneys with a variety of corporate legal matters. This role requires an organized, detail-oriented professional with proven experience in corporate law. The Corporate Paralegal will be responsible for managing a diverse array of tasks, contributing to strong corporate governance, subsidiary management, corporate maintenance, compliance, and overall legal support for BWXT’s operations.

In this vital position, the paralegal will assist in preparing legal documents, conducting research, managing corporate records, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Effective collaboration with internal teams, attention to detail, and the ability to effectively prioritize multiple projects are critical to success in this role.

 

Location:

On-site in Lynchburg, VA, Charlotte, NC, Tysons Corner, VA, or Washington, DC with a hybrid work schedule

 

Your Day to Day as a Corporate Paralegal: 

• Document Preparation and Review: Drafts, edits, and reviews a wide range of corporate documents, including resolutions, unanimous written consents, memoranda and related documents. Ensures compliance with internal policies and legal standards.
• Corporate Governance: Maintains and organizes corporate records, including minute books, bylaws, resolutions and NYSE filings in support of the Corporate Secretary. Works closely with the legal team to prepare documentation for board and shareholder meetings and prepares meeting agendas and minutes.
• Subsidiary Management: Maintains the corporate existence, board processes, and compliance of the corporation’s subsidiaries in federal, state and foreign jurisdictions.
• Section 16 Filings: Prepares Forms 3, 4 and 5 filings for Section 16 directors and officers and coordinates compliance with the corporation’s Insider Trading Policy and Stock Ownership Guidelines. Maintains EDGAR codes for Section 16 directors and officers.
• Other Regulatory Filings: Monitors and assists in the preparation and filing of regulatory documents with appropriate governmental agencies for corporation and its subsidiaries, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Acts as a liaison between the legal department and other business units to ensure that corporate formation and governance policies are effectively communicated. Collaborates on cross-functional projects that require legal insights.
• Compliance: