Paralegal

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.
Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.
Position Summary
Canadian Solar is seeking a corporate/commercial paralegal to fill a vacancy in its legal team at the parent company level. This position is ideal for a paralegal with experience in corporate law, compliance, contract management, and who is interested in international legal operations and renewable energy technologies. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are a must. You will be supporting the parent company, as well as its subsidiaries in over 20 countries worldwide in the areas of manufacturing, solar and battery project development, and solar, inverter and battery sales. This is a full-time position, with hybrid work options available, located in Jeffersonville, IN.
Responsibilities
Coordinate the review, execution, distribution, and filing of various agreements and legal documents
Coordinate the formation, registration, and dissolution of legal entities, including communicating with registered agents
Maintain records and document management systems
Assist with the organization and population of virtual data rooms
Provide day-to-day legal support to parent company and subsidiary operations globally
Assist in implementing policies and carrying out procedures related to compliance matters, such as anti-bribery/anti-corruption, confidentiality agreements and more
Assist in the development of legal policies, processes, and resources at the parent company level
Ensure that all activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and that transactions comply with Canadian Solar policies and procedures
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Paralegal Certification is a plus
Minimum of 3 years’ related experience (role will be tailored to experience level and more experienced candidates are encouraged to apply)
Previous law firm or in-house corporate/commercial experience preferred
Thorough knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat
Experience with MS Teams, Docusign, PowerPoint, SharePoint and virtual data rooms helpful
Strong organizational, problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
Ability to uphold standards of complete discretion and confidentiality
Demonstrated ability to work independently, handle multiple projects, prioritize conflicting demands and meet deadlines
Creative, versatile and adaptable team-player, willing to work on shifting departmental needs with enthusiasm
Compensation & Benefits
Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, life and disability coverages, personal leave and sick days.
The pay range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000 annually (subject to change). This range represents annual base salary only, without regard to location, and does not include bonus or other incentives or benefits that may apply. Canadian Solar is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
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Salary : $85,000 - $105,000