What are the responsibilities and job description for the Legal Analyst position at Scoular?
About The Role
The Legal Analyst supports the Legal Department through the administration, review, and management of commercial contracts and related documentation. Reporting to the Senior Paralegal and working under the direction of Company attorneys, responsibilities include assisting with contract drafting and review, maintaining contract records, monitoring compliance requirements, supporting negotiations, and coordinating contract workflows. Working closely with Legal, Commercial, Operations, and Supply Chain teams, the role helps ensure contracts are managed efficiently, risks are identified and escalated appropriately, and business objectives are supported through effective contract lifecycle management.
Scoular has been leading the way in safe, reliable, and innovative supply chain solutions for over 130 years. Our business is feed and food, transportation and logistics, and our people are our passion. In everything we do, we put relationships first and always leave room for what's possible. We are a $7.3 billion company filled with problem solvers and compassionate leaders committed to revolutionizing the future of agriculture. With 1250 employees and over 100 offices and facilities across North America and Asia, you can count on Scoular people. We are committed to building a culture of real inclusion for all employees. We support customers and communities around the globe and believe our workforce should reflect that diversity. Scoular Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect, support, and empower our people. Learn more about diversity and inclusion commitments here.
Our Benefits
The Legal Analyst supports the Legal Department through the administration, review, and management of commercial contracts and related documentation. Reporting to the Senior Paralegal and working under the direction of Company attorneys, responsibilities include assisting with contract drafting and review, maintaining contract records, monitoring compliance requirements, supporting negotiations, and coordinating contract workflows. Working closely with Legal, Commercial, Operations, and Supply Chain teams, the role helps ensure contracts are managed efficiently, risks are identified and escalated appropriately, and business objectives are supported through effective contract lifecycle management.
- Contract Review and Administration: Review, analyze, prepare, and process commercial agreements and related documentation. Maintain contract records, monitor contract status, and support contract execution activities.
- Contract Drafting and Negotiation Support: Assist with drafting, revising, and coordinating contract language. Support contract negotiations by gathering information, tracking revisions, and collaborating with internal stakeholders.
- Compliance and Risk Monitoring: Review contracts for compliance with company standards and identify potential risks or issues for escalation to legal and business leaders.
- Systems and Process Management: Maintain contract templates, databases, document repositories, and workflow tools to support efficient contract lifecycle management.
- Other Legal Support: Prepare basic reports and contract summaries. Gather and organize documents for audits, due diligence, and other legal projects. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
- Bachelors degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field; or certification in Paralegal Studies with relevant experience
- 3 years of experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, preferably in commodity or supply chain settings
- Proficiency in MS 365, SharePoint, or other document management systems
- Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to contract terms and conditions
- Experience supporting the drafting, review, or administration of commercial contracts
- Familiarity with contract-management, document-management, or electronic-signature systems
- Experience working in a corporate legal department, law firm, or similar business environment
- Strong organizational, communication, and project-coordination skills
Scoular has been leading the way in safe, reliable, and innovative supply chain solutions for over 130 years. Our business is feed and food, transportation and logistics, and our people are our passion. In everything we do, we put relationships first and always leave room for what's possible. We are a $7.3 billion company filled with problem solvers and compassionate leaders committed to revolutionizing the future of agriculture. With 1250 employees and over 100 offices and facilities across North America and Asia, you can count on Scoular people. We are committed to building a culture of real inclusion for all employees. We support customers and communities around the globe and believe our workforce should reflect that diversity. Scoular Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect, support, and empower our people. Learn more about diversity and inclusion commitments here.
Our Benefits
- We offer competitive health plans that begin on the employee's first day -- there's no waiting period so you can be your best from the very beginning
- On top of your competitive base pay, you'll have an incentive opportunity, 401k safe harbor and additional company match
- Your hard work and dedication deserve a break. In addition to our 12 paid holidays, you'll receive vacation, sick and wellbeing time off
- We give you the opportunity to revolutionize your community. With 8 hours of paid volunteer time every year. We encourage team members to give back and make a social impact
- This position is eligible for annual incentive opportunities based on business and individual performance.