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Who We Are
The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), a nonprofit organization established by Congress, oversees the audits of public companies and SEC-registered brokers and dealers to protect investors and to further the public interest in the preparation of independent, accurate, and informative audit reports.
Our investor protection mission is focused on modernizing audit standards, enhancing audit inspections, and strengthening enforcement of PCAOB rules and standards and other related laws and rules. People are at the heart of our mission at the PCAOB. As we carry out that mission, we strive to uphold the highest standards in audit quality with investors’ families, savings, and futures in mind.
We are hiring mission-driven professionals interested in a career with purpose, competitive benefit offerings, and work-life flexibility. If you are interested in working with a group of talented professionals to protect investors and drive audit quality and innovation while adhering to the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct, join us.
What We Offer
At the PCAOB, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package with a focus on the health and financial well-being of our valued team members. Some of the features of our comprehensive Total Rewards package include:
Compensation – We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation programs and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range, based on data-driven market analysis, for each job posting. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role in Washington, DC (Headquarters) is $77,700 - $113,200 per year. Team members may also be eligible for performance-based discretionary awards.
Hybrid work option – Staff will be assigned to the Washington, DC (Headquarters) office. Staff can choose to live and work from anywhere within the United States but will be required to commute to their assigned office or location for occasional intentional gatherings or meetings at the frequency required by their supervisor. Travel to an assigned office or location for commuting purposes will not be considered reimbursable business travel, unless otherwise required by state law. Business travel is reimbursable in an amount not exceeding the cost to travel from the assigned office or location, unless otherwise required by state law.
Generous paid time off – Up to 6 weeks annually, in addition to 12 federal holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a year-end break December 26-31, 2025
Highly competitive 401(k) match and savings options – Immediate vesting and contributions matched dollar for dollar, up to 7 percent of eligible compensation. Roth in-plan conversion available.
Comprehensive and competitive health benefit offerings – Medical, dental, and vision plans
Supportive paid family leave benefits – Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave and up to 16 weeks paid caregiver leave
Life insurance benefits – Basic life and AD&D insurance provided; supplemental insurance also available
Education benefits – PCAOB staff qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. We also offer student loan repayment assistance, staff college tuition assistance, and college coach program support.
Well-being and family resources – Mental health and well-being resources, paid volunteer time, emergency child/adult dependent back-up care services, family-forming assistance, discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program (EAP), health advocate program, and more
Commuter benefits – Tax-free employer subsidy and pretax employee deductions
Role Summary
The PCAOB has a full-time, regular position for a Paralegal in the Office of the General Counsel. This key role requires a proactive person who thrives in a multi-faceted professional environment. In addition to providing paralegal and document management support to attorneys in the Office of the General Counsel, this position will support the attorneys and staff in the Office of the Secretary in carrying out their responsibilities.
Responsibilities
Assist in coordinating aspects of the Board's open and closed meetings and assist in supporting the administration of other Board processes (including, for example, seeking unanimous written consent through a “seriatim” process);
Assist in preparing and maintaining records of Board action, including Board minutes and approval records, in issuing of Board releases, and in preparing notices and formal Board documents to firms, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, state boards of accountancy, and other regulators;
Assist in handling all aspects of document management for the Office of the General Counsel and maintaining all records in accordance with retention policies;
Assist in preparing productions of documents;
Oversee the process of seeking Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) protection for submissions to government agencies;
Assist in developing and maintaining tools, resources, and training materials to support the Office of the General Counsel, as well as the Board’s corporate governance;
Support attorneys in their legal and other research;
Cite-check and proofread legal briefs and inter-departmental documents using the Bluebook® and other style reference guides;
Maintain high standards of confidentiality with respect to all matters and documents;
Assist in coordinating Office of the General Counsel staff meetings and preparation of presentation materials; and
Ensure high level of accuracy in all details.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required;
Paralegal certificate and/or minimum of 2+ years equivalent legal experience required;
Strong technical skills, including willingness to learn new platforms and programs;
Proficient with Microsoft Office® and .pdf editing software;
Experience with Lexis® and Westlaw®;
Strong cite-checking skills and working knowledge of the Bluebook®;
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
Solid time management, organization, and prioritization skills;
Ability to meet deadlines and make effective decisions; and
Self-starter with demonstrated ability to multi-task, juggle priorities, work effectively under pressure, and be flexible.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with PACER or CourtLink®; and
Experience with Microsoft SharePoint®.
Equal Employment Opportunity
All PCAOB employees are entitled to equal opportunity and a professional work environment, free of discrimination and harassment. A workplace free of discrimination and harassment is fundamental to professional success and to the PCAOB's mission. The PCAOB will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.
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- $77,700 - $113,200/year
