Paralegal

ChowNow • Los Angeles, CA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

As our Paralegal, you will be specifically responsible for research and document preparation for legal transactions and proceedings. You will also be dedicated to contract and internal process management. While partnering with various internal teams, you own the management of the expanding legal tool set, acting as a first level filter for legal issues, and providing legislation/compliance research and monitoring.
Reports to the VP of Legal Affairs; no direct reports
This is a hybrid position and requires travel into the Culver City Headquarters 1x/month.

Requirements

• You have at least 2-3 years of experience as a paralegal (or equivalent role) either at a private practice law firm or in-house
• You have experience with legal tech tools, like CLM and procurement (Experience with IronClad and Ramp is a plus)
• You have knowledge of legal principles and processes
• You have experience with legal and compliance monitoring
• You have drafting and reviewing skills (e.g. licenses, NDA’s, etc).
• You are a collaborative team player with great communication skills, and an empathetic approach.
• You have a data-driven approach to process improvement
• You have an ability to work independently and produce consistent high-quality deliverables in a timely manner
• You are a dynamic, curious, organized and adaptable individual, with thirst for experimentation and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Contract Lifecycle Management
• Manage all contract requests via Ramp and IronClad—facilitate intake, maintain repository, and train stakeholders
• Communicate with stakeholders throughout the process; track key dates, expirations, and renewals
• Ensure data quality, responsiveness, and generate reports as needed
• Legal Research & Document Support
• Research legal issues (e.g., data privacy, marketplace facilitator regulations) and summarize findings for attorney review
• Manage and update contract templates; conduct first-level review of modification requests
• Review and process all NDAs (internal and external) for attorney sign-off
• Compliance & Risk
• Track SOPs, licenses, and permits; ensure timely company responses and renewals
• Escalate any non-compliant practices to appropriate stakeholders
• Administration & Cross-Functional Support
• Serve as first filter for employee legal inquiries via Slack/email; escalate to attorney as needed
• Assist with policy research and creation
• Draft weekly 1:1 agendas and provide timely status updates
• Coordinate meetings, assist with departmental agendas, and fulfill monthly privacy requests

Benefits

• Ongoing training and growth opportunities.
• A "Best Place to Work" winner multiple times where we focus on creating a great employee experience.
• Rock solid medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Mental Health Coverage - we offer several programs to support your mental health and wellness goals.
• Unlimited Paid Vacation. We expect you to work hard, but still enjoy your personal life
• 7 weeks of baby bonding time for all new parents (within the first year of birth or adoption), 8 Weeks of Paid Pregnancy Leave.
• 401(k) Matching
• Employer-contributing student loan assistance program or continuing education reimbursement program
• Employee Stock Incentive Plan.
• Pet insurance for your fur babies
• Consistent & fair leadership: we’ll share info, set clear goals, show you respect, and treat everyone fairly.
• Enough freedom to spread your wings while still holding you accountable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees