Paralegal

Worldpac • Oak Brook, IL

48d

About The Position

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Paralegal to join our corporate Legal Department. This role will involve providing essential legal support to attorneys, managing corporate legal documents; maintaining corporate records; conducting legal research; drafting contracts; ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations; supporting various corporate transactions and interfacing with external law firms while working directly within the company.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Completion of an accredited paralegal program preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal in a corporate law department or law firm.
• Skills: Strong document drafting and editing skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Knowledge of corporate legal terminology and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong work ethic and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with corporate law software (e.g., Diligent, Securesign, DocuSign) is a plus.
• Certifications: Paralegal certification (e.g., NALA, NFPA) is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Corporate Governance: Assist in preparing necessary corporate documents and board consents. Maintain corporate records and ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Board Meeting Support: Preparing materials for board meetings and manage recordkeeping related to board actions.
• Contract Management: Review, draft, and organize corporate contracts, including service agreements, NDAs, employment agreements, vendor contracts, and licensing agreements. Coordinate contract execution and maintain an organized contract database.
• Filing and Document Management: Manage and organize legal files, ensuring all relevant documents are correctly filed and maintained in accordance with company policy. Maintain a secure document retention system. Manage document collection and witness availability for depositions and hearings.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Assist in monitoring corporate compliance programs, including anti-corruption, anti-money laundering, and other regulatory obligations. Help prepare compliance reports and manage compliance documentation.
• General Administrative Support: Provide general administrative assistance, including scheduling meetings, coordinating with external counsel, tracking legal expenses, assisting with budget administration and assisting with other matters as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees