Paralegal, Commercial Contracts - Real Estate Manager & Visual Lease - Atlanta, GA or Arlington, VA or Richmond, VA

CoStar•Atlanta, GA

23d•$68,000 - $92,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Paralegal function plays a critical role in supporting the company’s commercial contracting activities. This individual will work closely with attorneys, business teams including sales, revenue operations and finance to review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements. The Paralegal – Commercial Contracts will ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements and will help to drive efficiency in the contract processes in support of business objectives. This position is full-time in the office and based in our Atlanta, GA, Arlington, VA or Richmond, VA offices.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required from an accredited, not-for-profit University or College.
2+ years of experience as a paralegal.
Strong understanding of contract law, commercial transactions, and business operations.
Excellent drafting, editing, and negotiation skills.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and contract management systems (Salesforce preferred).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate across departments and levels.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
A track record of commitment to prior employers.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certification preferred.
Experience with commercial contracts.
Experience in a corporate legal department or law firm setting preferred.
Experience with lease administration/lease accounting software platforms.
Demonstrated success working with OKRs and performance metrics.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and edit a variety of commercial contracts, including licensing agreements, NDAs, and various commercial documents including AI, privacy and security related addenda.
Assist attorneys and business stakeholders in negotiating contract terms and conditions to ensure alignment with company objectives and risk tolerance.
Maintain a centralized contract repository, support business to track key dates and obligations, and ensure timely execution and renewal of agreements.
Develop and update contract templates, playbooks, and process documentation.
May train junior paralegals and business teams on contract policies, procedures, and best practices.
Coordinate with internal departments (e.g., procurement, sales, finance) to gather relevant information and facilitate contract approvals and required documentation (e.g., RFPs, security questionnaires, and corporate documentation requests).
Monitor compliance with contractual obligations and escalate issues as appropriate.
Assist with dispute resolution and contract enforcement matters, including preparing summaries and supporting documentation.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Medical / Vision / Dental / Prescription Drug
Life, legal, and supplementary insurance
Virtual and in person mental health counseling services for individuals and family
Commuter and parking benefits
401(K) retirement plan with matching contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
On-site fitness center and/or reimbursed fitness center membership costs (location dependent)
Access to CoStar Group’s Employee Resource Groups
Complimentary gourmet coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh fruit, and other healthy snacks