Corporate Paralegal

Paralegal

Hybrid - Boston 
Full time position
Are you ready to make an impact? 

WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Your role as a Paralegal is to (1) manage contracts workflow, from inception to review to obtaining signatures, including updating platforms such as SharePoint and SalesForce and (2) manage and contribute to the legal email inbox, and assisting the legal team in managing day to day operations as needed including, answering simple legal queries, managing legal invoicing, updating various trackers, managing legal templates and other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
The right person for our Paralegal position will have at least three (3) years of law firm or in-house experience with a focus on contract review, document management and assisting in legal department functions. Some litigation, billing, and/or collections experience is a plus (but not necessary). The ideal candidate will have good judgement, be detail-oriented, have a general idea of how businesses work (SaaS businesses, a particular plus), and be a quick and eager learner who is looking for a long-term position with a close-knit team. This role requires self-motivation, ownership mentality, effective communication, independent judgement, and excellent client-relationship skills. You will succeed in this role if you are a highly organized, driven, and analytical individual seeking exposure to a complex organization in growth mode. 
We are looking for an independent problem solver with a can-do attitude, an elevated level of attention to detail and general information technology and business acumen. 
Based in Miami, FL, you will report directly to our VP, Senior Associate General Counsel.  Over time, you will have the opportunity to highlight your communication skills and work regularly with our sales leaders and across the business. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
•    Transaction Support: Prepare and execute master services agreements, SOWs, NDAs, contract and vendor related forms.  Overall contract administration and management and tracking of non-standard terms. Problem-solving and negotiation to resolve conflicts in the contract lifecycle.
•    Communication: Provide clear guidance verbally and in writing to Sales team and across the business. Identify process improvement and training opportunities. Respond to contract related and other requests in a timely and business minded manner.
•    General Support: Prepare correspondence as needed.  Provide general administrative support to the legal team. Develop and enforce processes and policies. Help track litigations and demand letters.  Assist with budget matters and optimize workflows within the legal department. Works cooperatively and collaboratively with other departments and individuals in the company. 
•    Record Maintenance. Maintain legal documents, including confidential records, in secure folders with attention to detail and organization.   

WHAT YOU’LL BRING: 
•    3-7 years of paralegal experience, preferably initially in a reputable commercial or corporate law firm and then within an in-house legal department, but either are acceptable. 
•    Advanced computer skills: Mastery of Adobe Pro, Microsoft O365, SharePoint, DocuSign, Salesforce, and other commonly used business and legal software to support the requirements of the legal department, including generating and analyzing reports.
•    Experience with master services agreements, vendor forms, non-disclosure agreements throughout contract lifecycle.
•    Strong understanding of best contracting practices.
•    Ability to work efficiently independently and as part of a team to handle multiple high priority matters at any given time in a fast-paced environment.
•    Strong analytical, negotiation, writing and communication skills with excellent interpersonal communications skills (written and verbal) required.
•    High-level of maturity, independent judgment, and professionalism, including the ability to remain calm and productive under pressure. A positive 'can-do' attitude and strong sense of ownership over duties and responsibilities.
•    Ability to effectively interface with various internal and external parties, including sales teams and senior management. This includes a demonstrated ability to clearly articulate issues and recommendations to business partners.
•    Demonstrated ability to find answers to a wide range of issues for the business.
•    Work beyond normal business hours occasionally required to support business needs or projects.

.•    Some understanding of litigation is a plus.

YOUR REWARD:

Join the fastest growing tech company in the US. Earn a competitive compensation package that allows you to focus your attention on your passion in the heart of Miami's emerging tech and financial scene.  
If this sounds like the right career to fit your personality and interests, please apply, we’re looking forward to meeting you!