Corporate Paralegal

What starts with YOU, moves the world! 

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Corporate Paralegal based at our Home Office located in Cleveland, Ohio. As a Corporate Paralegal, you will provide key legal and administrative support for corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and internal operations. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders and contribute to high-visibility projects that impact the business. 

What you will do: 

• Coordinate Board of Directors and committee activities, including scheduling, meeting materials (both digital and physical), and communications with board members. 

• Manage and maintain accurate and up-to-date corporate records, including board minutes, resolutions, and transaction documentation. 

• Support public company reporting, including SEC filings, annual proxy statements, and compliance with stock exchange requirements. 

• Assist with reorganizations, business filings, and government reporting at the state level. 

• Maintain the company’s contract repository and assist in monitoring departmental budgets, partnering closely with Finance and Legal. 

• Administer equity awards and support executive compensation documentation. 

• Contribute to broader Legal Department initiatives, including support for mergers, acquisitions, or financing activities. 

Who you are: 

• Detail-oriented and thrive in fast-paced environments where precision and discretion are essential. 

• Organized, self-motivated, and capable of managing multiple deadlines with ease. 

• Communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally. 

• Team player who builds strong relationships across departments. 

• Enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and taking initiative without waiting to be asked. 

• Exercises sound judgment and handling confidential matters with the highest integrity. 

What you will need: 

• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal/legal assistant certification. 

• 3–5 years of experience in a corporate legal department or law firm, supporting corporate transactions and/or securities law compliance. 

Skills, Experience & Abilities       

• Demonstrated experience managing workflows and collaborating across departments at all levels of an organization. 

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize competing tasks and deliver results efficiently. 

• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills; you know how to assess issues, develop creative solutions, and follow through. 

• Familiarity with corporate transactions, contract review, and public company reporting (such as SEC and NYSE filings). 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort working with digital document management systems. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong grasp of grammar and legal language. 

• Discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive, confidential information. 

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment. 

Who we are: 

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services a complete range of application-tailored lift trucks, attachments and fuel cell solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials. As a global leader in the Materials Handling industry, Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, have been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 90 years. 

What we offer: 

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling, Inc, offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k). 

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