Corporate Paralegal

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The Corporate Paralegal will report to the Associate General Counsel and be a key member of the Legaland Compliance team. The individual will assist in many areas of the legal department including (i) leadand manage handling the administration of company contracts including the lifecycle workflow, (ii)provide initial review of all contracts while leveraging AI, (iii) assist attorneys with various legalactivities involving contracts, diligence and litigation, (iv) lead and direct the administration of all legalvendors through a legal billing platform and (v) assist attorneys with other strategic company projects asassigned.

Responsibilities

• Lead the contract lifecycle management (CLM) workflow, including management of the contract repository and tracking of important contract dates.
• Assist with contract drafting, processing, including formatting, clean-up, filing and executing
• agreements.
• Maintain accurate records, report project metrics and track contractual terms.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate communication and ensure timely execution of contracts.
• Assist attorneys in all phases of M&A transactions, from due diligence to post-closing integration; prepare, review, and coordinate documents related to mergers, acquisitions, purchase agreements and other agreements.
• Lead the administration of the company’s legal billing platform and interact with all levels of the organization and departments to ensure the payment of, and efficient forecasting of legal invoices.
• Lead the accrual of legal expenses and lead the interaction related thereto between the Legal and Finance departments.
• Utilize AI to streamline various job responsibilities.
• Assist the attorney in various stages of litigation.
• Work with other members of the legal team to drive progress on cross-functional projects, as assigned, while looking for opportunities to improve processes to help the company scale and be more efficient.
• Respond to requests for information as needed including assist company personnel with information or other data from legal department and assist outside counsel and others as required.
• Handle confidential information in a professional and discreet manner, and maintain complete confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education:
• Paralegal Certificate.
• Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) certification preferred.
• Prior legal billing experience preferred.
• Job Requirements:
• At least 5 years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm or legal corporation preferred.
• At least 2 years of experience in contract lifecycle management (CLM) including creation, collaboration, signing, tracking and renewal.
• Required Skills:
• Excellent business judgment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Action oriented with demonstrated project management skills.
• Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad variety of matters.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, capable of handling multiple requests in a fast-paced environment and managing priorities.
• Strong computer and word processing skills, including proficiency in Google Docs and Sheets, and Microsoft Word, Excel and e-billing and contract management tools.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to effectively work with staff at all levels of the organization.

Perks Rolled Just for You (for Benefits-Eligible Roles)
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans available for employees and their dependents.- Mental Health & Wellness Support – Access to the AI-powered Sabender platform, confidential counseling and life coaching through PAS, nutrition coaching, and discounts at Husk Fitness.- Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) – Generous PTO to support work–life balance (availability may vary by state—ask your recruiter for details).- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for mental health, financial planning, legal matters, and more.- Paid Parental Leave – Dedicated time to rest, recharge, and care for your growing family.- 401(k) with