Corporate Paralegal

Corporate Paralegal

Oriskany, NY

Temp to Hire, Full Time, Monday to Friday, 1st Shift

$50,000.00/year or DOE

Position Summary

A local company who manufactures and supplies fiber optics, is seeking a Corporate Paralegal with a positive, entrepreneurial attitude to provide contract, legal, compliance, and administrative support.

The position is responsible for managing contractual documentation, conducting legal research, maintaining records, supporting compliance activities, coordinating with internal and external parties, and assisting with contract negotiations, changes, claims, and disputes. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, analytical abilities, organizational skills, and effective written and verbal communication.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Draft, review, organize, and finalize legal and contractual documents, including contracts, agreements, and corporate filings.
• Review contractual terms and requirements to identify potential issues, discrepancies, or areas requiring additional attention.
• Conduct legal research and analyze applicable statutes, regulations, and legal requirements.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and other materials to support legal strategies and management decision-making.
• Organize and maintain contract, case, and legal files, including relevant documents and supporting materials.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records related to contracts, legal matters, compliance, and other documentation.
• Coordinate and communicate with management, suppliers, and other internal and external parties regarding contractual and legal matters.
• Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable legal, financial, regulatory, and intellectual property requirements.
• Support company compliance with work health and safety policies, standards, and procedures.
• Review and provide assistance with negotiations involving claims and contractual matters.
• Manage contractual changes and maintain appropriate documentation related to modifications and amendments.
• Provide administrative and organizational support related to contracts, legal matters, and compliance activities.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Associate degree in Business Administration with three or more years of relevant experience, or bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field with one to three years of relevant experience.
• Educational background or experience in legal studies is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of legal requirements and principles related to contracts.
• Excellent written communication and document preparation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify errors or inconsistencies.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with individuals at varying levels of seniority.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with external partners, clients, suppliers, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities, priorities, and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Legal studies or paralegal education.
• Experience with contract administration or legal documentation.
• Experience reviewing and organizing contracts, agreements, and corporate records.
• Experience supporting contract negotiations, claims, amendments, and dispute resolution.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with business, financial, and contractual documentation.
• Knowledge of intellectual property requirements and documentation.

Core Responsibilities

The Corporate Paralegal serves as a key resource for contract administration, legal documentation, compliance, and related business activities. The position supports management by ensuring contractual and legal records are accurate, organized, current, and properly maintained.

The role requires coordination across internal departments as well as communication with clients, suppliers, contractors, and other external parties. The position combines contract administration, legal research, document management, compliance, financial awareness, communication, and problem-solving.

Benefits after hired perm:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Environment

This is a full-time, in-person position. The position operates in a professional business environment and requires regular interaction with management, employees, clients, suppliers, contractors, and other external partners. The role involves substantial document review, research, communication, recordkeeping, and computer-based administrative work.

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Pay: From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person