Paralegal

Group 1 Automotive, Inc., an international, Fortune 250 automotive retailer and a leading operator in the automotive retailing industry, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Paralegal to join our team.

Group 1 Automotive owns and operates automotive dealerships and collision centers in the United States and United Kingdom. We offer our associates a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect - now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail.

• Preparing and filing all necessary documents for formation, maintenance and dissolution of subsidiaries, including charter documents, consents, assumed name filings, bylaws, company agreements, partnership agreements, name changes, EINs and qualifications in applicable state jurisdictions
• Maintaining and updating entity management system for U.S. subsidiaries including record keeping, ensuring timely filing and payment of fees, and obtaining and maintaining signatures
• Coordinating with third-party registered agents on entity formation, maintenance, dissolutions and applicable filings.
• Updating and maintaining database of historical, stock, officer, director and other corporate information for all subsidiaries
• Providing general corporate, M&A and commercial transaction legal support, including due diligence, data rooms, and liaising with all parties for debt and equity offerings, credit facilities, mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, real estate and other transactions
• Drafting resolutions and other authority documents in connection with loan transactions and M&A transactions.
• Maintaining subsidiary minute books
• Preparing secretary certificates and copies of corporate documents and extracts from Board minutes and other documentation related to the existence and operation of Group 1 and its subsidiaries
• Preparing and filing of documents related to obtaining registrations for business entities
• Preparation of organizational documents
• Assisting in responding to requests for information and documents from our internal and external auditors, regulators, partners, and other stakeholders
• Processing check requests for filing fees and other Federal and State reporting obligations
• Working with third-party vendors to facilitate electronic billing system
• Assisting in the maintenance of legal document management system.

• 5+ years’ experience as a corporate paralegal, ideally with experience in large law firm or in-house position at a public company
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Paralegal Certificate, or bachelor’s degree preferred
• SEC experience helpful
• Proven ability to work effectively under tight deadlines demonstrating strong time management and prioritization skills
• Detail oriented with strong work ethic and ability to multi-task
• Knowledge of formation and qualification of entities
• Demonstrated understanding of handling confidential or sensitive matters
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and superior organization skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

*All applicants must pass pre-employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment*

Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify