Job Details
JOB SUMMARY
The Corporate Paralegal (CP) supports the Company's legal department.In this unique role, the CP will spend time in three (3) key areas:Legal research, OFCCP / EEO, and supporting employment law resources.Specifically, this position will handle day-to-day attorney support, document preparation, drafting EEO / mediation and other responses, reporting and data gathering.
The ideal candidate has exceptional research skills, grasps information quickly, has familiarity with EEO / OFCCP and employment law, is curious, enjoys gathering data and has a passion for making positive change.Those with a results-oriented disposition, work well with others and understand the importance of alignment to business objectives in a professional environment are preferred.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job.Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately.The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified according to business necessity.
- All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.
- Employees are held accountable for successful job performance.Job performance standards may be documented separately and may include functions, objectives, duties, or tasks not specifically listed herein.
- In performing functions, duties, or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations.Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.
- All functions, duties, or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical, and professional manner and are to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures.In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.
Core Duties Include: Monitoring legislative issues of importance by researching via Internet, periodicals and other relevant resources; reporting to assigning legal team member on results of such research. Research various matters (legal or otherwise), as needed. Creating, drafting, editing and modifying all correspondence, memoranda, notes, outlines, legal documents, charts, forms, etc., whether from written drafts, originals or other. Establishing, maintaining and has control over all client, attorney or other legal files; independently reorganizes files and anticipates need for reorganization or expansion. Exercising independent judgment in determining priority levels of all work assigned on a daily basis.Assure high priority items are completed in a timely manner. Administrative tasks associated with legal matters to include Employee detail verification, payroll / AP requests, and similar. Works with HR leadership related to EEO Program to include responding to and preparing documents in compliance with policies, state and federal regulations, recent court decisions, and due process obligations. Drafts EEO responses; may prepare EEO compliance reports and monitoring. Assists with creation, maintenance and management of various databases; generates reports from such databases. Performs other Paralegal duties, as required; handles special projects, as assigned; manages files and performs administrative duties, as needed; supports Legal Department, as needed. Carries out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical and professional manner. A D D I T I O N A LK E YS U C C E S SA C T I V I T I E S Stay abreast of legal industry trends; seek out opportunities to apply and proactively recommend innovative, high-quality, business oriented legal solutions. Identifies and recommends improvements to current processes to ensure plan efficiencies and overall performance is aligned with objectives and metrics Adopt a growth mindset by proactively evaluating internal processes and making recommendations with simplicity and scalability in mind Performs additional functions, duties and specific tasks of a similar nature and scope as necessary in order to achieve assigned business objectives. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT ENTRY Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference depending upon the nature of the position
Basic Qualifications - US Citizenship,preferred.
- At least 18 years of age
Education / Experience - Associate degree or equivalent, Paralegal Certificate or equivalent
- At least two (2) years' experience working as aParalegal.
- Preferred Experience:
- At least one year working with Employment law
- At least two (2) years' experience with & EEO / OFCCP and other compliance-based work
Background Prerequisites Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey, in addition to any mandatory licensingrequirements.
Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing) - Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work well in a team environment, strong relationship management skills with a customer focus
- Outstanding process and query management skills; a natural curiosity to understand the high-level operations of transactions (i.e. why you are doing what you are doing)
- Exceptional and consistent attention to detail
- Strong planning, organization and time management skills.
- Ability to carry out multiple assignments / projects concurrently
- Ability and willingness to adapt quickly to shifting deadlines and priorities; comfortable learning new software
- Strong sense of urgency and accountability
- Positive / proactive attitude and desire to support business efforts. Demonstrated energy, drive, determination and focus on accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to consistently apply good judgment in problem solving and decision making.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite, including word processing, presentations and spreadsheet production.
- Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures.
- Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances.
- Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization.
WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical/Mental Demands) With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions.In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include:
- Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
- Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks, controlled substance testing, and behavioral selection survey.
- Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to maintain discretion regarding personnel and company-related matters.
- Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.
- Regular talking and hearing.
- Occasional walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.
- Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
A Word About EEO, Pay Transparency and / or Other Requirements: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
VA License Number: 11-4665