Paralegal - Contracts

Evonik•Piscataway, NJ

1d•$57,800 - $96,300•Hybrid

About The Position

Evonik is seeking a Paralegal with a focus on customer and commercial contracts. This role involves supporting attorneys, managing contract databases, and fostering relationships with key contacts. The position offers a hybrid and flexible working environment with opportunities for growth and development within a global specialty chemicals company.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher
Paralegal Certificate
Minimum 5 years of paralegal experience with concentration on customer and commercial contracts
Ability to use various PC and internet-based applications (Serengeti); proficiency in Word, Westlaw and Practical Law
Notary public certification
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize and manage numerous tasks quickly, accurately and efficiently and have excellent organizational skills
Strong analytical and research skills
Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proven ability to deal tactfully and confidently with internal and external customers

Nice To Haves

Previous in-house legal department experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Establish and foster good working relationships with key customer contacts and act as administrative liaison between company and outside counsel
Provide legal research
Support attorneys in enhancing and revising company standard contract forms and templates and developing new contract forms and processes as needed
Facilitate, draft and review NDAs
Maintain corporate contract database, legal tracker and corporate contract file room
Coordinate Compliance and Anti-Trust Training
Maintain Law Departments organizational charts and intranet
Provide assistance and support to maintain and oversee legal contract databases
Provide guidance and support to other paralegals as needed
Understand customer business requirements and maintain an up-to-date and effective knowledge of company products and service offerings
Contribute in special projects as requested