What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at TEEMA?
Overview:
We are partnering with a leading organization to identify an experienced Paralegal to support a high-functioning Legal department at their corporate headquarters in North Phoenix. This is a fully onsite role offering the opportunity to work closely with attorneys on transactional legal work, document preparation, and high-volume case tracking. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and an exceptional writer who can handle sensitive communications with professionalism.
What you will be doing:
Provide professional-level legal and administrative support to attorneys within the Legal department
Draft form contracts and legal documents for attorney review
Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda and business communications
Draft clear, professional correspondence — including letters related to appeals and denials
Track and manage deadlines imposed by legal and regulatory requirements
Monitor multiple active items (15–30 at a time) and ensure timely follow-up with attorneys and internal stakeholders
Maintain accurate records and organize legal documentation
Support transactional legal functions and special projects as needed
What you must have:
Bachelor’s Degree
Paralegal certificate (or currently in progress)
5 years of Paralegal experience
Strong experience with appeals and/or denials processes
Exceptional writing, grammar, and proofreading skills
Proven ability to draft professional, high-quality legal correspondence
Strong organizational skills with ability to manage a high volume of work simultaneously
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to pass a Department of Defense background investigation (7–10 year history)
Technical Requirements
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong typing and general administrative skills (WPM, 10-key, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience within the healthcare industry
What Makes You Successful in This Role
Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proactive, resourceful, and able to work independently
Professional and confident handling sensitive information