Paralegal

Sysco • Houston, TX

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Paralegal, Employment & Transactions supports the Employment Law and Transactions sub-functions of the Legal & Compliance Department. The position manages the administration of a dedicated contract review request inbox, including intake, assignment coordination, and timely responses to contractual matters. It also assists Employment attorneys with responses to employment claims.

The Paralegal works with internal business stakeholders and outside counsel; compiles and tracks transactional and employment matter data; maintains matter information in Legal Tracker; prepares, submits, and tracks litigation hold notices; and prepares legal documents and business communications as needed. Other duties may be assigned. This is a hybrid position based at Sysco’s Houston corporate office, requiring on-site presence 3 to 4 days per week, with the number of on-site days subject to increase based on business needs. Travel is listed as up to 25%.

Requirements

• Associate degree required.
• At least 3 years of legal experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Responsive and detail-oriented.
• Experience in record keeping and management.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple time-sensitive projects efficiently.
• Ability to meet aggressive deadlines and work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Paralegal certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the corporation’s contracts inbox and coordinate timely assignment and completion of assigned matters.
• Compile and track employment and transactional data, including reporting in Legal Tracker.
• Prepare legal documents and communications as needed for employment and transactional matters.
• Prepare, submit, and track litigation hold notices for employment and transactional matters.
• Assist Employment attorneys with responses to employment claims.
• Liaise with internal business stakeholders and outside counsel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree