Corporate Paralegal & Executive Assistant

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships. 
 

Azenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space with headquarters in Burlington, MA, and offices and operations worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally.   We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing millions of samples globally.

How You Will Add Value

We’re looking for an experienced Corporate Paralegal & Executive Assistant to support our SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary. This is a high‑impact role blending executive‑level support with hands‑on responsibility for corporate governance, Section 16 reporting,  and public‑company compliance.

The ideal candidate is a trusted advisor who thrives in a fast‑moving, highly visible environment and can seamlessly navigate interactions with the Board of Directors, C‑suite executives, law firms, and external stakeholders.

What You Will Be Doing

Executive & Strategic Support

• Act as a trusted thought partner to the General Counsel, managing priorities, commitments, and escalation decisions.
• Anticipate needs, identify risks, and resolve issues proactively.
• Manage complex calendars, meetings, travel, and related logistics.

SEC Reporting & Insider Compliance

• Prepare and file Section 16 Forms 3, 4, and 5 accurately and on time.
• Maintain insider trading calendars, insider lists, and equity‑related reporting triggers.
• Support Form 8‑K preparation and ensure compliance with Exchange Act requirements.

Board & Corporate Governance

• Support Corporate Secretary responsibilities, including proxy materials, governance disclosures, and shareholder communications.
• Coordinate Board and committee meetings, agendas, materials, and secure distribution through the board portal.
• Maintain organized, audit‑ready corporate and governance records.

Legal Operations & Communications

• Support Legal leadership with departmental operations, budgeting, and process improvements.
• Oversee legal workflows, outside counsel coordination, and invoice routing.
• Serve as a professional liaison to executives, board members, regulators, and external counsel, handling privileged information with discretion.

What You Will Bring

• 5+ years of executive administrative experience, with at least 3 years supporting senior legal executives (including General Counsel/Corporate Secretary) and/or serving in a corporate governance or public‑company legal role
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, SEC reporting cycles, and legal operations.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and judgment skills, with a proven ability to meet regulatory deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, board portals, and document management systems.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; paralegal certification is a plus.

EOE  M/F/Disabled/VET

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (including licensure and certifications),  qualifications, performance, and geographic location, among other relevant business or organizational needs.