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Paralegal, Corporate Governance - The Toro Company
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Bloomington, Minnesota
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Who Are We?
The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914.We pride ourselves on providing world-class equipment to help maintain the environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us.From residential lawns and gardens,to venues such as St Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and ahealthy tenure, come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.
This role supports the Corporate Secretary function byassistingwith corporate governance operations, including board and committee materials, regulatory compliance, and entity management. The position also supportsBoard relatedlogisticsand plays a key role in organizinggovernance drivenevents and meetings.You will work closely with the legal department and executive teams, assisting with a variety of legal tasks, corporate governance activities, event planning, travel coordination, and calendaring.The ideal candidate is an effective communicator, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic office environment.
Position will be fully onsite at the Bloomington, MN HQ.
What Will You Do?
In order togrow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you willbe responsible for:
Corporate Governance(45%)
Support the preparation and maintenance of board and committee materials, including agendas, minutes, resolutions, and annual meeting documentation.
Assistwith regulatory filings and compliance tracking for corporate entities.
Maintain corporate records and ensuretimelyupdates to governance documents.
Coordinate communication between legal department,senior management, and board members, including postingmeetingmaterials to the Diligent board platform.
Prepare and distribute correspondence, presentations and other documents related to board and committee meetings for various leaders, including sendingreminders and follow-ups to ensuretimelycompletion oflegaltasks.
Assistwith reviewing and updating legal policies and procedures.
Research, analyze and summarizekeydocumentsand regulatory developmentsforattorneys and/orleadership.
Track key dates for corporate governance activities, regulatory filings, and legal deadlines.
Event Planning (Legal &BoardEvents)(30%)
Assistplanning andcoordinatingcertain companyevents, such as board meetings, annual shareholder meetings,legal department meetings, and compliance training sessions.
Managelogisticsfor events, including venueselection, catering, technology setup, and guest communications.
Prepare event materials, presentations, and attendee packets.
Liaise with vendors,serviceprovidersand internal stakeholdersto ensure seamless event execution.
BoardTravel Coordination,Reimbursementand Board Payments(15%)
Facilitate travelfor the board, in coordination with directors’ executive assistants, includingmanagingtravel itineraries, accommodations, and transportation.
Ensure compliance with company travel policies and budget constraints.
Provide support for last-minute changes and travel-related issues.
Coordinate reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses for board members.
Facilitate quarterly payments to board members.
Legal & Administrative Support(10%)
Oversee team documents, including management of SharePoint sites and internal drives.
Administer document retention policy and company-wide compliance, coordinate with outside vendors for hard copy document retention.
Maintain complex calendars, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities, regulatorydeadlinesand event schedules.
Complete ad hoc administrative tasks.
What Do You Need?
To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:
Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate
Minimum 3 years’ experience, with preference for lawfirmor in-house legaldepartment.
Experience with event planning, travel coordination, and complex calendaringrequired.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suiterequired.
Sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential materials.
Excellent attention to detail and document organization.
Clear and concise communication skills, both verbal and written.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and contribute to teamobjectives.
Preferred qualifications:
Experience using board portals (e.g., Diligent)preferred.
Experience in a public company preferred.
Knowledge of corporate governance practices or corporate recordkeepingpreferred.
What Can We Give You?
At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits - The Toro company offers employees at ourBloomington, MN HQlocation a variety ofperks, including:
Dress for your day- We knowyou'remore productive whenyou'recomfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.
Location– Convenientlylocatednear both St. Paul and Minneapolis, we are centrallylocatedfor most commuters! #LI-Onsite
Food- Take advantage of our onsite café, which serves both breakfast and lunch. With a Caribou Coffee attached, you can grab a snack and a coffee at any time during your day.
Wellness- The Toro Company’s HQ offers complimentary use of our onsite fitness facility to employees. In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees.
Volunteerism- The Toro Company is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
Summer Hours– Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer!By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at our Bloomington HQ are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday (*pending any role responsibilities on a Friday)
Competitive Salary– The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location.It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the annual pay range is between$79,000 - $98,000. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package.If you need to, you can access your pay early withthedailypayapp.
At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment experience for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a growing concern for job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process,you’llneverbe requiredto pay any fees ordisclosepersonal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities. All legitimate job opportunities must beapplied fordirectly through our official careers page at jobs.thetorocompany.com or via Workday, our applicant tracking system.
The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminateon the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.
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Benefits
We offer a full range of benefit options for your present and future needs including competitive salaries, 401(k)s, paid vacation days, and more.
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Sustainability
Sustainability is not a new concept for The Toro Company. It is deeply rooted in our purpose—to help our customers enrich the beauty, productivity and sustainability of the land.
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Community
Volunteering is an important part of our culture. We believe that a satisfying life comes from contributing at work and giving back to the community.
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