Job Description

Locations: VA - McLean, United States of America, McLean, Virginia

Associate Legal Specialist - Governance and Securities

The Governance and Securities team in the Legal Department is seeking an entry-level paralegal (known as “Legal Specialists” at Capital One) to join a growing, dynamic group of legal professionals who provide support to Capital One on legal entity management, public disclosures, general corporate governance, and other projects. This important role within the organization supports the legal entity management function, the Board of Directors, the preparation and filing of SEC disclosure documents, and a broad range of other corporate governance matters. 

The Legal Specialist will be responsible for assisting with various corporate governance and securities law matters including, legal entity management, public disclosures, and corporate governance support, and other projects.

Responsibilities:

• Supporting the legal entity management function and helping to manage and maintain domestic and international legal entities.

• Assisting with regulatory and other  filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission and other government agencies.

• Supporting enhancement and implementation of effective processes to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

• Assisting with general corporate governance matters.

• Maintaining strong relationships and lines of communication with business partners and other key stakeholders across the organization.

• Performing other related tasks and supporting ad hoc projects as needed.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certification, or military experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a paralegal studies program or a 4-year undergraduate degree

• 1 year experience in the legal field as a legal support associate 

• Ability to build collegial and effective relationships with business leaders, attorneys, paralegals, and project managers at all levels of the company.

• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment, properly prioritize workload, and meet deadlines.

• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Capability to anticipate and resolve problems quickly and independently.

• Enthusiasm, willingness to assume increased responsibility, and a continuous improvement mindset.

• Familiarity with corporate governance.

• Proficiency in Google Workspace (formerly G Suite – Gmail and Google Docs and Drive).

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website . Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City’s Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

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For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

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Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

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