Corporate Legal & Governance Specialist – Amazon Store

Payoneer's mission is to enable businesses of all sizes from anywhere in the world to access the rising, global economy by enabling them to transact globally as easily as they do locally. Life at Payoneer is a global community, where you'll work with colleagues all over the world, serving small- and medium-sized business customers and partners in over 190 markets. Corporate Legal & Governance Specialist - AmericasLocation: NYC/ HybridAs a Corporate Legal & Governance Specialist, you will oversee corporate governance for Payoneer's existing and new entities in the Americas region in managing our corporate portfolio. You will work closely with Employment Counsel, HR, and other key stakeholders to ensure compliance with local laws, mitigate risks, and align legal strategies with business goals. What will you do? Maintain up-to-date registers and organizational charts for all entities Manage corporate documentation, including charters, articles of association, bylaws, and capital-related matters (capital changes, injection of funds, etc.)Maintain statutory registers and recordsTrack and ensure compliance with applicable corporate legal and regulatory requirements, including periodic corporate filings (director changes, share transfers, capital increases, etc.) and annual reportsTrack and renew business licenses, permits, and other registrationsSupport the establishment and dissolution of entities globallyEnsure intercompany agreements are in placeProvide support and guidance to the board of directors, including preparing materials for board meetings, drafting resolutions, and advising on governance best practicesOversee relationships with local service providers (corporate secretary services)Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., HR, finance, compliance) to ensure legal matters are aligned with the company's objectivesCollaborate with global legal teams to ensure consistent corporate legal practices across jurisdictionsEnsure compliance with state and federal legal requirements anywhere in the USHandle employee registration and vendor managementManage regular authority check-ins and respond to regulatory notices within 30-day deadlinesDevelop and maintain a compliance calendar to monitor key deadlines and obligationsSupport payroll matters by ensuring legal compliance and timely filingsWhat Makes You a Great Match for Us? Educational Background: Bachelor's Degree requiredExpertise in Corporate Law: Experience in corporate law, particularly for private limited liability companiesExperience in Legal Governance: 3+ years of experience in a global firm, with a focus on legal entity governance and regulatory reporting for European and American entitiesKnowledge of US State and Federal Laws: Strong understanding of legal requirements across different states and federal jurisdictions in the USCross-border Communication: Experience liaising with foreign stakeholders and navigating multi-jurisdictional environmentsMulti-National Exposure: Experience working in large-scale businesses or multinational corporationsVendor and Regulatory Management: Proficiency in managing vendor relationships and handling regulatory noticesCompliance and Reporting: Experience maintaining compliance calendars and managing annual report filingsPayroll Assistance: Ability to support payroll matters and ensure regulatory complianceWhat we offer: Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance (individual plan 100% covered) and FSA 401K with employer match Fitness reimbursementGenerous PTO, paid holidays, and parental leave Learning and development opportunities Fun office culture with supportive leadershipCommunity engagement opportunitiesRelaxed dress codeJoin the Payoneer Family - check out Our Values and apply today!Payoneer is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Payoneer is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are interested in applying for employment with Payoneer and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply for a position, please email [email protected]. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis.In accordance with New York City Law, below is the annual base salary range for this position. Actual annual base salary is based on, but not limited to: experience, education, professional licenses, location and business needs. The position is eligible for health insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, 401k plan, paid-time off, and sick (and where applicable safe) leave. This position is also eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus. The annual base salary range for this position is: $90,000-$120,000#LI-DL1