What are the responsibilities and job description for the Regional Legal Coordinator, Americas position at BALLUFF INC?
Welcome to Balluff Inc.!
Balluff is a global leader in sensor technology and industrial automation. Our mission is to drive smart manufacturing forward while creating a workplace where innovation and people thrive. Join a team that values precision, quality, and continuous improvement.
Position Summary
The Regional Legal Coordinator, Americas supports commercial legal and compliance activities across the Americas region. This role provides hands-on support with commercial contracts, contract lifecycle management, data privacy, outside counsel coordination, and other legal and compliance matters. Working closely with Global Legal & Compliance and regional business teams, this position helps manage legal risk, keep contracts moving, and support the business with practical legal guidance.
What You’ll Do
- Review, negotiate, and manage sales and purchasing contracts across the Americas region.
- Draft, maintain, and update contract templates in coordination with Global Legal.
- Manage non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), terms and conditions, framework agreements, and supply agreements.
- Support U.S. data privacy compliance activities and coordinate with global privacy requirements, including GDPR where applicable.
- Coordinate with outside counsel on litigation, employment, regulatory, and other legal matters.
- Serve as the regional key user for Balluff’s Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system, including user support, workflow coordination, and training.
- Deliver CLM training and provide first-level support to internal users.
- Maintain contract records and monitor key deadlines, renewals, and terminations.
- Maintain privacy-related documentation, including data processing agreements and records supporting compliance requirements.
- Support corporate housekeeping, intellectual property administration, and merger and acquisition due diligence activities as needed.
- Collaborate with Global Legal & Compliance and regional stakeholders on legal, compliance, and business initiatives.
- Identify and escalate legal, contractual, and compliance risks that may impact the business.
- Assist with special projects and other legal or compliance initiatives as assigned.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Office-based work with primarily seated, computer-based activities.
- Frequent use of computers, legal document management systems, and contract management software.
- Requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive legal and business information.
- Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Florence, KY.
Why Join Balluff?
- Competitive pay
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Opportunities for training, development, and advancement
Balluff is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Qualifications:What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate, legal studies degree, Master of Legal Studies (MLS), Master of Studies in Law (MSL), or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- 3–5 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in commercial contracts and/or an in-house corporate legal environment.
- Strong understanding of commercial contracts and contract administration.
- Working knowledge of U.S. privacy laws; familiarity with GDPR principles preferred.
- Experience with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) software preferred.
- Experience coordinating with outside counsel preferred.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and document management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple assignments and work independently while collaborating with cross-functional and global teams.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Familiarity with AI productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot, Claude, Perplexity, or similar is a plus.