Paralegal

JOB SUMMARY: 

The ideal candidate for this role will have significant experience with commercial contracts, thrives in fast-paced and high-performing environment and ultimately will help build and develop our internal legal processes. Reporting to the General Counsel, this role will support the legal and regulatory compliance functions and provide assistance with contracts, contract management and entity management.  

RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES: 

• Assist with preparation, review, and editing contracts, including non disclosure agreements, supply agreements, sales contracts, vendor agreements, licensing agreements, marketing agreements, staffing agreements, consulting agreements, leases, and other commercial agreements;  

• Management of a contract management platform. 

• Work closely and collaboratively with internal teams to achieve desired business outcomes while minimizing legal risk. 

• Assist in monitoring industry legal and regulatory developments with potential influence on the business 

• Support responding to subpoenas and discovery 

• Support corporate compliance for entities 

• Perform other duties and projects as assigned. 

WORK EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE: 

• 8 years of legal experience, including; in-house legal department experience; Experience in FDA/USDA regulated industry a plus 

• Excellent business communication and analytical skills, as well as an impeccable attention to detail and strong sense of ownership and accountability 

• Demonstrate a naturally business-friendly approach to problem solving  

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision. 

• Excellent verbal and written skills 

• Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters. 

SKILLS / OTHER PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED: 

• Contract Management Software (ContractSafe). 

• Strong organizational, writing and reviewing skills. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively. 

• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask and handle increasing levels of responsibilities. 

• Ability to operate independently and proactively. 

• Microsoft Office Suite 

FORMAL EDUCATION: 

• Paralegal Certificate preferred 

• Bachelor’s degree  

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Normally works a regular schedule of hours, however hours may vary depending on the project or assignment. 

• Open office environment with average exposure to noise, dust, and temperatures. 

• The ability to lift, carry or otherwise move objects of up to 25 pounds is necessary.