Paralegal

ITS Inc•Des Moines, IA

31d•$60,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

SHAZAM recognizes that financial institutions build better communities, and this drives our passion to strengthen financial institutions. We are a trusted partner to our valued customers providing answers, choice, and innovation with an impeccable level of customer service – a level unmatched in the industry. And here’s the best part - we’re a national company that offers a small-company feel, a cultural balance that’s hard to come by but very real at SHAZAM. Your growth and development are top priorities and you’ll be surrounded by talented individuals and postured to make a real difference in the company. As a team member at SHAZAM, you’ll be an essential part of our mission as we work together strengthening financial institutions. This is a hybrid position based out of our Des Moines, IA office. SHAZAM is looking for a Paralegal to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in the administration and coordination of corporate legal matters, conducting legal research, preparing and maintaining legal documents, supporting intellectual property filings, managing contract administration processes, and providing administrative support to the legal team. The ideal candidate will be capable of managing multiple priorities, exercising sound judgment, maintaining strict confidentiality, and working effectively with stakeholders across the organization.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of legal experience, preferably in a corporate legal department, law firm, or related environment.
Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) designation or Paralegal Certification from an accredited program required.
Demonstrated ability to independently review, draft, and revise contracts and legal agreements with limited supervision.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; ITS, Inc./SHAZAM will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Nice To Haves

Experience with legal document management, contract lifecycle management (CLM), and docketing systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Support the Legal Department by managing intellectual property filings, legal research, contract administration, corporate compliance filings, and document management processes.
Draft, review, revise, and maintain legal agreements, correspondence, and other legal documents under the direction of counsel.
Track legal deadlines, maintain departmental calendars and task lists, and help ensure timely completion of filings, renewals, and reporting requirements.
Coordinate with internal departments, outside service providers, and legal counsel to support ongoing legal and business initiatives.
Maintain organized physical and electronic legal records and provide administrative and clerical support to the Legal Department.
Develop and document procedures and workflows while assisting with special projects and other duties as assigned.