<p><strong>Ready to Take the Next Step? Let’s Connect!</strong></p><p>If this opportunity feels like a strong match for your background, apply today and send your resume to <strong>JC del Rosario via LinkedIn</strong>—I’d welcome the chance to connect and learn more about you.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Trade Compliance Analyst / Associate</strong></p><p><strong>About the Firm</strong></p><p>We’re partnering with a leading global investment firm focused on both private and public markets. The firm manages several billion in capital and invests across innovative, fast‑growing sectors. With a collaborative, high‑performing team and a strong reputation for disciplined, research‑driven investing, the firm offers a stable and supportive environment for long‑term career development.</p><p>The Trade Compliance Analyst/Associate plays a critical role in maintaining regulatory oversight across public investment strategies. This individual will monitor trading activity, ensure adherence to internal policies and securities laws, and support the firm’s compliance program. The role sits within the Compliance team and works cross‑functionally with Legal, Operations, and Investment professionals. This position reports to the Chief Compliance Officer.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why This Role Stands Out</strong></p><ul><li>Highly collaborative compliance and legal environment</li><li>Strong work‑life balance with predictable hours</li><li>Excellent mentorship and long‑term career stability</li><li>Hybrid schedule in a modern, well‑equipped office</li><li>Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Trade Surveillance & Monitoring</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with preparing trade authorization forms</li><li>Conduct daily reviews of trade activity across multiple funds</li><li>Identify exceptions, trends, or regulatory filing obligations</li><li>Support pre‑trade checks, restricted list monitoring, and trade approvals</li><li>Initiate regulatory filings, including:</li><li><strong>Forms 4 and 5</strong></li><li><strong>Forms 13D/G</strong></li><li>Other SEC‑required submissions</li><li>Coordinate with Legal and external counsel as needed</li><li>Support compliance testing, reporting cycles, and regulatory examinations</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance Program Support</strong></p><ul><li>Help enhance trade surveillance systems, data processes, and internal controls</li><li>Contribute to risk assessments and gap analyses involving MNPI and information‑barrier practices</li><li>Support employee training related to MNPI, restricted lists, and trading rules</li><li>Partner with Trading, Finance, and Accounting teams to ensure accurate and complete trade data</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Competitive base salary plus annual bonus</li><li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage</li><li>Life and long‑term disability insurance</li><li>Attractive 401(k) program</li><li>Hybrid working model</li><li>Supportive team with strong investment in your long‑term development</li></ul>
<p><strong>Natalie Lue with Robert Half is recruiting for an HR Manager . This is a full-time permanent role based in San Francisco with a hybrid/onsite schedule.</strong></p><p> </p><p>About the Role</p><p>This role encompasses HR functions that are critical to the smooth operation of our firm, from maintaining compliance to employee relations and performance management. You'll thrive on building strong relationships with staff, ensuring their well-being, and supporting strategic HR functions tailored to a legal-services environment.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities</p><p><em> </em></p><p><em>Employee Relations and Well-Being</em></p><ul><li>Actively check in with staff, fostering a supportive environment to ensure team members feel heard and valued.</li><li>Maintain positive employee relationships and resolve issues promptly to support workplace satisfaction and retention</li></ul><p><em> </em></p><p><em>Policy and Handbook Management</em></p><ul><li>Manage, update, and enforce the firm’s Employee Handbook to ensure alignment with best practices, current employment laws, and established firm policies.</li><li>Collaborate with the Management Committee and other stakeholders for policy updates and approvals.</li><li>Ensure accessibility and usability of the handbook for all employees.</li></ul><p><em> </em></p><p><em>Performance Evaluation Program</em></p><ul><li>Maintain and actively manage performance evaluation processes tailored to attorneys, staff, and partners.</li><li>Manage systems like Microsoft Forms to ensure seamless execution of reviews.</li></ul><p> </p><p><em>HR Administration and Compliance</em></p><ul><li>Oversee HR functions specific to legal firms, ensuring adherence to industry-standard policies and procedures.</li><li>Build and maintain strong collaborations with the firm’s Hiring Committees in talent acquisition processes.</li></ul><p> </p><p><em>Benefits Administration</em></p><ul><li>Liaise with the Benefits Broker to ensure comprehensive employee benefits administration.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>*Contact <u>Natalie Lue via LinkedIn or email</u> for additional info and immediate consideration. </strong></p><p> </p>
We are looking for a skilled and highly organized Legal Secretary to join a dynamic plaintiff personal injury practice in Oakland, California. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of legal procedures, case management, and trial preparation, with a focus on supporting attorneys through efficient and detail-oriented administrative tasks. This role requires excellent multitasking skills and a proactive approach to managing case files from intake to trial.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate and manage case files, ensuring all documentation is accurate and up-to-date.<br>• Handle intake processes and organize medical records for ongoing cases.<br>• Prepare and file legal documents electronically, adhering to court deadlines and procedures.<br>• Maintain and update calendars, scheduling hearings, deadlines, and client meetings.<br>• Support discovery processes, including gathering information and drafting responses.<br>• Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and coordinating logistics.<br>• Manage dictation and transcription tasks with precision and timeliness.<br>• Communicate effectively with clients, attorneys, and other legal professionals.<br>• Utilize case management software to track deadlines and ensure compliance with California legal protocols.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Legal Secretary in San Rafael, California. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide comprehensive administrative support to attorneys, including managing active litigation cases.</p><p>• Coordinate and execute litigation calendaring and docketing, ensuring deadlines, hearings, and discovery cutoffs are accurately tracked.</p><p>• Prepare, format, and proofread complex legal documents while ensuring compliance with court rules and requirements.</p><p>• Handle e-filing and court submissions for state and federal courts with precision and timeliness.</p><p>• Maintain client files and case management systems, ensuring all records are organized and up-to-date.</p><p>• Communicate professionally with clients, vendors, and internal teams, serving as a reliable point of contact.</p><p>• Manage scheduling and logistics for meetings, hearings, and depositions, ensuring seamless operations.</p><p>• Utilize advanced technical skills in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal document management systems to support daily operations.</p><p>• Monitor and prioritize multiple high-priority tasks, ensuring deadlines are met in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>• Uphold confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information and financial transactions.</p>
<p><strong>Ready to Take the Next Step? Let’s Connect!</strong></p><p>If this opportunity feels like the right fit, apply today and send your resume to JC del Rosario via LinkedIn—I’d love to connect and learn more about you!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Trade Compliance Analyst / Associate</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Firm</strong></p><p>A leading global investment firm focused on life sciences is seeking a <strong>Trade Compliance Analyst/Associate</strong> to join its growing compliance team. The firm manages a multibillion‑dollar portfolio across both private and public markets and partners closely with founders, executive teams, and institutional investors. With a strong reputation in the biopharmaceutical and healthcare investment space, the firm operates across multiple U.S. locations and offers a highly collaborative, mission‑driven culture.</p><p><br></p><p>This role plays a critical part in ensuring robust oversight of the firm’s public‑market trading activity. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and experience navigating trade‑related compliance requirements within a fast‑paced investment environment. This position offers high visibility and cross-functional exposure across Compliance, Legal, Operations, and Investment teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Trade Surveillance & Monitoring</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and review trade authorization forms</li><li>Conduct daily monitoring of trading activity across multiple funds and identify exceptions or potential regulatory filings</li><li>Ensure trading activity aligns with firm policies and securities regulations</li><li>Support pre‑trade checks, restricted list management, and approval workflows</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance Program Support</strong></p><ul><li>Help enhance trade surveillance tools, systems, and data integrations</li><li>Contribute to risk assessments and evaluations of information barriers</li><li>Support employee training on MNPI controls, restricted lists, and trading policies</li><li>Collaborate with Trading, Finance, and Accounting teams to ensure accuracy and completeness of trade‑related data</li></ul><p><strong>Compensation & Benefits</strong></p><ul><li>Highly competitive base salary + annual bonus</li><li>Comprehensive health, life, and long‑term disability benefits</li><li>Strong 401(k) program</li><li>Hybrid work model</li><li>Supportive, mentorship‑focused team committed to long‑term professional growth</li></ul>
<p>A Brief Overview:</p><p>The hybrid Contract Administrator role in Palo Alto, CA is responsible for managing requests for new contracts and amendments to existing agreements, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. This role provides approved contract templates and language to stakeholders; coordinates required legal and business revisions and oversees execution through full signature. The Contract Administrator also maintains the master contract database and facilitates timely contract renewals or terminations prior to expiration.</p><p><br></p><p> What you will do:</p><ul><li>Responds to contract-related inquiries and supports stakeholders throughout the contracting process in a timely manner.</li><li>Ensures compliance with internal policies, standard operating procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.</li><li>Receives and processes requests for new contracts and amendments, securing approvals from internal leadership.</li><li>Partners with internal leaders and staff to populate approved contract templates.</li><li>Coordinates legal review and approval of contracts prior to execution.</li><li>Manages contract signature workflows and ensures full execution.</li><li>Actively oversees a large volume of contracts, ensuring expiration notices are identified and addressed at least 90 days prior to contract end dates.</li><li>Organizes and documents contract activity using electronic contract logs, filing systems, and contract management databases.</li><li>Updates and maintains the electronic contract management database.</li><li>Generates and analyzes contract reports using Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Identifies opportunities to streamline contract operations and implements process improvements.</li><li>Performs additional duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p> </p>
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join our team in San Francisco, California. In this role, you will contribute to the legal and corporate operations of multiple AI-focused companies within our portfolio. This position offers a dynamic environment where you will collaborate with internal leadership and external counsel, gaining exposure to venture-backed enterprises, corporate transactions, and fast-paced technology businesses.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assist with the formation and compliance of corporate entities across various operating companies.<br>• Draft and organize key documents, including operating agreements, board resolutions, contracts, and internal policies under attorney supervision.<br>• Manage corporate records, compliance schedules, and document repositories to ensure accurate and up-to-date filings.<br>• Support transactions and financings by coordinating signatures, tracking deliverables, and overseeing closing checklists.<br>• Collaborate with external legal counsel and internal stakeholders to facilitate the timely execution of legal processes.<br>• Maintain and update legal templates, standard documents, and workflows to streamline operations.<br>• Provide day-to-day legal support to executives and founders, ensuring efficient management of legal tasks and processes.
<p><strong>CONTRACT to HIRE</strong></p><p><strong>100% On-site </strong></p><p><strong>Must have experience within a start-up/fast growth environment</strong></p><p>We are looking for a proactive and hands on Human Resources (HR) Manager for a start-up company in Mountain View, CA (100% onsite). This starts as a contract position with the intent to hire full-time if its a good match for both parties. They need a highly motivated and detail-oriented HR expert who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys blending strategic planning with hands-on execution. This position is managing the whole HR function for a rapidly growing technology forward organization. You will play a pivotal role in supporting and collaborating with Engineering and General Administrative teams, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and an exceptional employee experience as the company scales.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Serve as a key HR partner to Engineering and G& A leaders, translating evolving business needs into scalable and effective people solutions.</p><p>• Oversee daily HR operations, including onboarding, offboarding, payroll coordination, benefits management, and maintaining accurate employee records.</p><p>• Design and implement standardized HR processes that prioritize compliance, efficiency, and employee satisfaction in a fast-paced, high-growth setting.</p><p>• Provide guidance to managers and employees on performance management, employee relations, and policy interpretation, addressing complex issues and conducting investigations when necessary.</p><p>• Manage the employee lifecycle, supporting teams through organizational changes and ensuring smooth transitions during periods of growth.</p><p>• Enhance the onboarding experience and foster employee engagement by collaborating with leadership and recruiting teams on cultural and development initiatives.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations across multiple states, maintaining a strong focus on operational excellence.</p><p>• Utilize HRIS and payroll systems to streamline workflows and analyze workforce data effectively, providing actionable insights.</p><p>• Act as a trusted advisor for leadership, offering strategic support and solutions to optimize HR programs and processes.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Litigation Attorney to join our legal team in California. This role involves representing clients in complex personal injury and wrongful death cases, requiring a strong background in plaintiff litigation. The ideal candidate will excel in managing cases, preparing legal documents, and navigating various court proceedings while delivering exceptional client advocacy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Draft and review legal documents, including briefs, complaints, and other case-related materials.</p><p>• Conduct and defend depositions to gather evidence and build strong cases.</p><p>• Attend court hearings and trials to advocate for clients and present arguments effectively.</p><p>• Manage and oversee case progress, ensuring deadlines and procedural requirements are met.</p><p>• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients, addressing their concerns and explaining case strategies.</p><p>• Collaborate with legal teams and utilize case management software to organize and track case information.</p><p>• Translate and interpret legal documents and proceedings in Spanish when necessary to support Spanish-speaking clients.</p><p>• Work remotely or in hybrid settings, as required, and travel to court and deposition locations.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with legal regulations and ethical standards in all aspects of practice.</p>
<p>Boutique law firm is seeking a skilled Attorney to join their collegial team in Walnut Creek, California. This role involves providing expert advice and counsel on employment law matters, including wage and hour issues, litigation, and compliance. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in employment law and a commitment to delivering exceptional legal guidance to clients.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Advise clients on employment law matters, including compliance with state and federal regulations.</p><p>• Handle employment litigation cases, including preparation and representation during depositions.</p><p>• Provide counsel on wage and hour issues and ensure adherence to legal standards.</p><p>• Draft and review legal documents related to employment law, such as contracts and policies.</p><p>• Represent clients in hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings as needed.</p><p>• Conduct in-depth legal research to support case strategies and client advisement.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients to develop effective solutions to complex employment-related challenges.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in employment law and provide proactive guidance to clients.</p><p>• Work closely with other attorneys and legal staff to ensure seamless case management.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation.</p>
<p>We’re partnering with a nationally recognized public higher education system to identify a Senior Procurement Contracts Manager to support complex, systemwide procurement activity. This role sits within Procurement Services (not Legal) and is well-suited for a contracts professional who enjoys working at the intersection of business, risk, and compliance. You’ll play a key role in negotiating and managing a high volume of agreements while serving as a strategic partner to procurement leaders, campuses, and suppliers. Collaboration with the Office of General Counsel will be ongoing for escalated or higher-risk matters.</p><p><br></p><p>This position is fully remote (U.S.), and work hours will be in PST.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities </u></strong></p><ul><li>Manage end-to-end review and negotiation of procurement contracts, amendments, and statements of work</li><li>Conduct detailed contract redlines, evaluating commercial, financial, operational, and compliance considerations</li><li>Independently negotiate core business terms, including pricing, payment structures, indemnification, liability, insurance, data security, IP, and termination provisions</li><li>Maintain an active portfolio of agreements, including frequent renewals and new contracts generated through competitive sourcing</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Risk, Compliance, and Procurement stakeholders</li><li>Serve as a contracts subject matter expert for category managers and campus partners</li><li>Ensure agreements align with institutional policies, systemwide standards, and public-sector requirements</li><li>Maintain and refine contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and fallback positions</li><li>Track contract metrics and recommend process and efficiency improvements</li><li>Support audits, records requests, and contract lifecycle management (CLM) initiatives</li></ul>
<p>Established mid-sized law firm is seeking a Law Office Administrator in Oakland, California. This role requires excellent organizational abilities to oversee administrative functions, coordinate with vendors, and ensure the smooth running of the office. The ideal candidate will be proactive, attentive to detail, and capable of supporting the partners so they can focus on client-related tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage office operations, including supervising staff and coordinating vendor relationships.</p><p>• Handle insurance renewals and ensure compliance with necessary policies.</p><p>• Organize marketing events and initiatives to support the firm's partners.</p><p>• Oversee website updates and ensure an accurate and well-maintained online presence.</p><p>• Coordinate facility maintenance and address operational needs.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and organized documentation for legal and administrative purposes.</p><p>• Support the firm's partners by taking charge of administrative tasks, allowing them to focus on billing and client matters.</p><p>• Implement procedures to improve office efficiency and communication.</p><p>• Ensure the office adheres to legal and regulatory requirements.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Sr. HR Business Operations Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Sausalito, California. In this role, you will take on a critical position that combines operational support, HR management, and administrative expertise. You will work closely with leadership and external partners to streamline processes, ensure compliance, and drive efficiency across multiple business functions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Provide comprehensive operational and administrative support to organizational leaders, fostering trust and efficiency in day-to-day activities.<br>• Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures for business operations, systems, and internal workflows.<br>• Create and standardize investor pitch decks and materials, while coordinating efforts for Series A fundraising.<br>• Collaborate with legal teams, investors, accountants, and tax professionals to ensure smooth business operations.<br>• Lead recruitment initiatives, including sourcing candidates and conducting initial interviews, as well as managing onboarding and offboarding processes.<br>• Administer and oversee tools such as Gusto, Workable, Mineral, Carta, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft, and DocuSign, ensuring optimal use.<br>• Ensure compliance with HR regulations, manage California benefits administration, and oversee equity-related processes including 1099s and 409A.<br>• Provide basic IT and systems support, and liaise with external developers and vendors as needed.<br>• Utilize AI and modern software solutions to enhance efficiency and improve documentation practices.
<p>A leading organization is seeking a Senior Legal Assistant to provide advanced paralegal and administrative support to a busy legal department. This full-time, in-office position is located in San Jose and covers corporate governance, contract management, and comprehensive legal operations. Experience in the energy, utilities, or related sectors is a plus, but not required. If you're a Senior Legal Assistant or Paralegal with 15+ years of experience looking to take the next step in your career, apply today!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide executive-level support to legal leadership, including managing legal matters, invoice and PO processing, and coordinating with vendors.</li><li>Support Board and committee operations by preparing meeting materials, drafting agendas, distributing governance documentation, and maintaining compliance records.</li><li>Maintain corporate records, annual filings, and assist with subsidiary governance.</li><li>Draft, review, organize, and archive contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.</li><li>Manage e-signature workflows and contract lifecycle using legal technology tools.</li><li>Maintain legal databases and knowledge management resources.</li><li>Organize and coordinate meetings, events, and onboarding for the legal team.</li><li>Liaise with internal stakeholders and external vendors.</li><li>Contribute to process improvement initiatives.</li></ul>
<p>A high-growth, pre-IPO technology company is seeking a Corporate Governance / Subsidiary Management Paralegal to take ownership of its global subsidiary management function. This fully remote contract role will support Legal and Finance by managing the creation, maintenance, and governance of entities across LATAM, EMEA, and APAC, ensuring accurate records and smooth day-to-day operations.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an opportunity to step into a high-ownership role at a growing technology company and make an immediate impact by bringing structure and consistency to global subsidiary governance. Ideal for a corporate paralegal with deep entity management experience who is seeking a meaningful contract role with long-term potential.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Take ownership of the full lifecycle of global subsidiaries, including formations, registrations, dissolutions, and entity changes</li><li>Manage director and officer updates, addresses, and ongoing corporate housekeeping</li><li>Prepare and maintain board and shareholder resolutions, written consents, and minute books</li><li>Coordinate with local counsel on jurisdiction-specific filings and requirements</li><li>Track and manage annual returns, renewals, and statutory deadlines across multiple countries</li><li>Maintain accurate corporate records, entity trackers, and compliance calendars</li><li>Partner closely with Legal, Finance, Accounting, and Tax teams to ensure entity data is current and reliable</li><li>Support broader corporate governance and legal operations tasks as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking a Tax Manager - Public to join our team located in Marin County, California. The Tax Manager will play a critical role in managing and facilitating the accurate preparation and filing of our company’s state and federal tax forms. The role will also involve recommending effective tax strategies that align with the company's business needs and comply with laws, promoting our company’s financial well-being.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Create and utilize financial and logistical reports to prepare and file federal, state, and local tax documents accurately.</p><p>• Develop and implement tax strategies that align with the company's business goals.</p><p>• Conduct research to develop tax-saving strategies and identify tax savings in prospective and recurring business deals.</p><p>• Maintain and update the company's tax database regularly.</p><p>• Assess and research complex tax issues using internal revenue code, tax regulations and relevant case law.</p><p>• Prepare for audits and collaborate with auditors to reach an agreement on contested issues or deficiencies.</p><p>• Consult with executives regarding the tax implications of various corporate strategies.</p><p>• Ensure all legal requirements are met in assessing the tax impact on company’s financial planning.</p><p>• Perform audits and negotiate tax resolutions with taxing authorities.</p><p>• Use accounting software systems, ADP - Financial Services, CaseWare, CCH ProSystem Fx, CCH Sales Tax, and other accounting functions to perform annual income tax provision and auditing.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced HR Director to lead our company in Hayward, California. The ideal candidate will drive employee relations strategies, oversee compensation and benefits programs, and ensure compliance with HR policies and regulations. This role is pivotal in fostering a positive workplace culture and aligning HR practices with organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute HR strategy aligned with business goals</li><li>Lead succession planning, workforce planning, organizational development, and change management</li><li>Drive culture, engagement, and DEI initiatives across the organization</li><li>Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, retention, and workforce planning using HR analytics</li><li>Serve as senior advisor on employee relations, performance management, and conflict resolution</li><li>Ensure compliance with employment laws, manage HR risk, and strengthen policies and controls</li><li>Lead payroll, benefits, and compensation strategy, including annual reviews and incentives</li><li>Develop leadership and workforce training, upskilling, and succession programs</li><li>Optimize HRIS, reporting, and HR processes; lead engagement, recognition, and team-building initiatives</li></ul>
<p><strong>Unlock Your Legal Career: Join Us as a Corporate Paralegal in Palo Alto!</strong></p><p>Are you a driven and detail-oriented legal professional ready to make a real impact? We invite you to become an essential part of our in-house legal team as our next <strong>Corporate Paralegal</strong>! Work alongside accomplished attorneys in a collaborative, high-performance legal environment where your contributions are valued and your expertise can thrive.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Why You’ll Love This Role:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Impactful Work</strong>: Support strategic corporate initiatives by managing key governance, compliance, and real estate transactions that shape our company’s success.</li><li><strong>Diverse Challenges</strong>: Tackle sophisticated projects involving multi-jurisdictional entity management, high-stakes financings, and complex acquisitions. Every day brings new opportunities to grow your skill set.</li><li><strong>Professional Growth</strong>: Gain hands-on experience working directly with senior attorneys and leaders. You’ll play a critical role in transaction execution, entity management, and process optimization.</li><li><strong>Cutting-Edge Environment</strong>: Join a forward-thinking legal department that leverages modern technology and best practices to drive efficiency and results.</li><li><strong>Work-Life Balance</strong>: Enjoy predictable hours in a supportive culture, with the flexibility of partial remote work in beautiful Palo Alto.</li></ul><p><strong>What You’ll Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Draft and review corporate governance documents, board resolutions, and compliance filings.</li><li>Manage entity formations, dissolutions, and registrations across multiple states or countries while maintaining accurate records.</li><li>Assist with due diligence for acquisitions, financings, and joint ventures—prepare transaction summaries and coordinate closings.</li><li>Prepare and review documents for real estate deals and property management, upholding accuracy and compliance.</li><li>Maintain legal databases and facilitate the execution and filing of essential documents.</li><li>Collaborate with outside counsel, title companies, and colleagues across departments.</li><li>Tackle new challenges and support process improvements across our legal operations.</li></ul>
<p>A South San Francisco–based clinical-stage biotechnology company is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support its Legal Department on a 6-month contract basis. This role supports complex contracting, corporate governance, and compliance operations within a highly regulated, research-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience supporting biotech or pharmaceutical contracting, including agreements tied to clinical development, technical operations, manufacturing, supply chain, laboratory services, and vendor procurement. This hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) position works closely with in-house counsel and cross-functional teams across Clinical, R& D, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, review, and edit agreements including NDAs/CDAs, Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and associated Work Orders/SOWs, Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), laboratory services agreements, and vendor/supplier or manufacturing-related agreements.</li><li>Manage the full contract lifecycle, including intake, execution, signature routing, archiving, renewals, and amendments.</li><li>Support negotiation workflows through redlines, revisions, issue spotting, and counterparty communications.</li><li>Monitor contract compliance, obligations, key dates, and deliverables.</li><li>Assist with the development and refinement of standard form agreements, templates, and playbooks.</li><li>Manage multiple agreements simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.</li><li>Maintain corporate records, including minutes, resolutions, bylaws, charters, and subsidiary documentation.</li><li>Coordinate annual filings, business licenses, Secretary of State submissions, and other regulatory requirements.</li><li>Prepare and organize board and committee materials and maintain governance calendars.</li><li>Support governance-related policies, including signature authority and document retention.</li><li>Assist with due diligence requests, audits, and internal or external inquiries.</li><li>Support implementation and training related to contracting SOPs, templates, and legal department processes.</li><li>Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation across contracts, governance, and compliance.</li><li>Manage Legal’s intranet and SharePoint resources.</li><li>Coordinate DocuSign and other electronic signature workflows.</li><li>Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.</li></ul>
<p>A South San Francisco–based clinical-stage biotechnology company is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support its Legal Department on a 6-month contract basis. This role supports complex contracting, corporate governance, and compliance operations within a highly regulated, research-driven environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience supporting biotech or pharmaceutical contracting, including agreements tied to clinical development, technical operations, manufacturing, supply chain, laboratory services, and vendor procurement. This hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) position works closely with in-house counsel and cross-functional teams across Clinical, R& D, Technical Operations, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Commercial.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Draft, review, and edit agreements including NDAs/CDAs, Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and associated Work Orders/SOWs, Material Transfer Agreements (MTAs), Clinical Trial Agreements (CTAs), laboratory services agreements, and vendor/supplier or manufacturing-related agreements.</li><li>Manage the full contract lifecycle, including intake, execution, signature routing, archiving, renewals, and amendments.</li><li>Support negotiation workflows through redlines, revisions, issue spotting, and counterparty communications.</li><li>Monitor contract compliance, obligations, key dates, and deliverables.</li><li>Assist with the development and refinement of standard form agreements, templates, and playbooks.</li><li>Manage multiple agreements simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.</li><li>Maintain corporate records, including minutes, resolutions, bylaws, charters, and subsidiary documentation.</li><li>Coordinate annual filings, business licenses, Secretary of State submissions, and other regulatory requirements.</li><li>Prepare and organize board and committee materials and maintain governance calendars.</li><li>Support governance-related policies, including signature authority and document retention.</li><li>Assist with due diligence requests, audits, and internal or external inquiries.</li><li>Support implementation and training related to contracting SOPs, templates, and legal department processes.</li><li>Maintain organized, audit-ready documentation across contracts, governance, and compliance.</li><li>Manage Legal’s intranet and SharePoint resources.</li><li>Coordinate DocuSign and other electronic signature workflows.</li><li>Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Director of Tax to oversee and manage all aspects of corporate tax compliance and planning for our retail organization. This role requires a strategic leader who can ensure adherence to tax regulations while optimizing processes to meet organizational goals. Based in Oakland, California, you will play a key role in shaping the company's tax strategies and ensuring timely and accurate compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead federal, state, income, and sales tax compliance, including estimates, filings, K-1/K-3s, sales tax returns, audits, and payments.</p><p> • Model waterfall distributions and calculate owner tax distributions.</p><p> • Oversee gross receipts and unclaimed property filings.</p><p> • Serve as primary tax advisor for operational initiatives and bank audits.</p><p> • Manage tax department budget, costs, vendors, and external advisors.</p><p> • Establish compliant, well-documented tax processes and audit readiness.</p><p> • Mentor tax managers and support team development.</p><p> • Partner with accounting, finance/treasury, and legal teams on tax reporting, cash forecasting, and documentation.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Leave & Benefits Coordinator to join our team in San Rafael, California, on a contract basis. In this role, you will manage employee leave processes and ensure compliance with federal, state, and company policies. This position requires expertise in benefits coordination and a strong ability to maintain accurate records while providing clear communication to employees and management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the leave of absence process from intake to completion, including documentation, tracking, and communication with employees and managers.<br>• Ensure compliance with applicable leave policies, such as FMLA, ADA, and state-specific regulations.<br>• Collaborate with HR, Payroll, Benefits teams, and external vendors to facilitate seamless leave administration and payroll accuracy.<br>• Maintain comprehensive and confidential records of employee leaves in appropriate systems.<br>• Provide updates to managers and HR partners regarding leave statuses, return-to-work plans, and necessary adjustments.<br>• Offer guidance to managers on leave procedures, timelines, and legal requirements.<br>• Monitor and track intermittent leave usage, ensuring accurate reporting and recordkeeping.<br>• Support the accommodations process by collecting documentation and coordinating interactive discussions as required.<br>• Prepare reports and analytics on leave trends and compliance for leadership review.
<p>Our client is seeking an Unlawful Detainer Attorney to represent landlords and property owners in eviction proceedings and landlord-tenant disputes. The ideal candidate will have strong litigation skills, knowledge of California landlord-tenant law, and experience handling cases under San Francisco’s rent control ordinances.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Represent landlords in unlawful detainer (eviction) proceedings from pre-litigation notices to trial.</li><li>Draft and serve notices to vacate, including 3-day notices to pay or quit, cure or quit, and termination notices.</li><li>File and litigate unlawful detainer cases, including motions, discovery, settlement negotiations, and trial.</li><li>Appear in court hearings and trials in San Francisco and surrounding Bay Area courts.</li><li>Provide legal counsel on rent control laws, tenant buyout agreements, and property management compliance.</li><li>Defend landlords against wrongful eviction, habitability claims, and fair housing complaints.</li><li>Work with property managers, real estate investors, and property owners to ensure legal compliance.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our litigation team. This role focuses on supporting complex litigation cases, requiring someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is skilled at managing multiple priorities. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, proactive, and adept at collaborating with attorneys and senior paralegals to ensure the efficient progression of legal matters.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist litigation teams in managing cases through all stages, from initial filings to trial.</p><p>• Review, cite-check, and prepare legal documents for court submissions.</p><p>• Handle electronic filing and service of legal documents while ensuring compliance with court procedures.</p><p>• Organize and maintain case files, including deposition indexes and production databases.</p><p>• Support document production efforts and update databases with relevant case information.</p><p>• Coordinate trial preparations and provide on-site support during proceedings.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with senior paralegals and attorneys to ensure seamless case management.</p><p>• Work overtime as needed to meet deadlines and support litigation demands.</p>
<p><strong>PLEASE CONTACT CHRISTINA TRAN AT ROBERT HALF FOR MORE INFORMATION </strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>PAYROLL DIRECTOR - Hybrid position, 2 days onsite</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Newly created Payroll Director position to lead the payroll department. Working closely with the CFO and HR Manager, this position will ensure accurate payroll processing, compliance with multi-state wage and hour laws, and seamless collaboration with internal teams such as finance and human resources. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in payroll systems, audit practices, and continuous process improvements to support the organization’s mission.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage and supervise a payroll team responsible for processing semi-monthly payroll for over 1,000 employees.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax and employment regulations, including wage and hour laws.</p><p>• Conduct internal audits of payroll processes, tax filings, and accruals to maintain accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Oversee fiscal, governmental, workers' compensation, and benefits audits related to payroll.</p><p>• Develop and update standard operating procedures for payroll operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with leadership and staff to provide consultative support and ensure payroll practices align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Approve final payroll deliverables and provide backup payroll processing as needed.</p><p>• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll systems and processes.</p><p>• Train and mentor payroll team members to support their growth and development.</p><p>• Partner on system implementations and upgrades to ensure functionality meets organizational needs.</p>
