Paralegal - Reston, VA
About The Position
The Paralegal supports Bechtel Manufacturing and Technology counsel and legal department activities. Responsibilities include supporting contract review, responding to due diligence inquiries, preparing first drafts of legal documents, and leading the drafting and review of certain legal documents. The role also includes reviewing outside counsel invoices and assisting with outside counsel budget management. The position is part-time telework under Bechtel’s global telework policy, with at least three days of in-person attendance each week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules are determined by the employee and supervisor in consultation with functional or project leadership. Occasional travel may be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or international equivalent and 5–8 years of relevant experience, or 9–12 years of relevant work experience.
- At least three years of work experience in a large international law firm or corporation.
- At least five years of work experience with an in-house legal team.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Well-honed drafting skills.
- Ability to work effectively with people at all levels within the company.
- Strong technology skills.
- Preparedness to travel occasionally as needed.
Responsibilities
- Support business unit attorneys in drafting legal documentation and conducting legal and factual research.
- Review, negotiate with legal direction, and track non-disclosure agreements.
- Identify relevant jurisdictions where potential work may be performed and validate that appropriate licenses are in place.
- Maintain contract templates and ensure appropriate agreement forms are used.
- Manage key business documentation, including executed contracts.
- Support the development of and compliance with internal protocols and procedures.
- Handle requests for information or documentation from business unit personnel.
- Complete special projects and other assignments as requested.
- Maintain and properly handle confidential information.
- Prepare written reports as requested.
- Coordinate department-level operational matters, such as a monthly newsletter and knowledge management database.
- Conduct due diligence on potential business partners or subcontractors.
- Prepare PowerPoint presentations and training materials.
- Review outside counsel invoices and assist with outside counsel budget management.
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Job Type
Full-time
