Paralegal

Pirate Ship

12d•$105,000 - $110,000•Remote

About The Position

Pirates Wanted: Paralegal Every ecommerce business deserves the cheapest shipping rates. That’s why Pirate Ship’s simple shipping software levels the playing field for small businesses, giving them free access to the deepest shipping discounts with no fees or hidden costs. We’re currently on the lookout for exceptional pirates to join our crew as a Paralegal otherwise known as the First Mate of Legal Affairs to us here at Pirate Ship. Pirate Ship is a remote-first company, and like any jolly crew of pirates we operate in a casual and creative atmosphere, where everyone’s ideas are welcome and having fun is encouraged. We offer competitive pay, exceptional benefits, and the opportunity to tell people you’re a pirate when they ask what you do. As Steve Jobs said, “It’s more fun to be a pirate than to join the navy!”

Requirements

2-5 years of paralegal experience, preferably in a technology company or law firm, with exposure to intellectual property, contracts, and corporate law.
Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in legal document drafting and review.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and legal research tools and project management tools
Paralegal will be required to travel internationally and domestically on quarterly business meetings.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certification.
Familiarity with the technology industry and related legal issues.
Proficiency with Adobe, Pitch, Slack, Notion, Asana, and Docusign.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing, reviewing, and revising contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
Maintain an organized and up-to-date document management system to ensure timely compliance with legal obligations and deadlines.
Conduct extensive legal research and analysis on various topics, such as regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and commercial law.
Keep abreast of legislative changes that may affect the company and its operations.
Assist in managing the company’s intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks, copyrights, and patents.
Work with external counsel and internal stakeholders on intellectual property matters, such as registrations, renewals, and enforcement actions.
Assist in corporate governance matters, including preparing documents for meetings, maintaining corporate records, and ensuring compliance with governance policies and procedures.
Support compliance efforts by assisting in the development, implementation, and maintenance of policies, procedures, and training programs.
Provide support to the team by organizing documents and coordinating cross-functionally and with outside counsel.
Provide general administrative support to the General Counsel, such as scheduling meetings, maintaining legal files, and handling correspondence.
You’re able to work from home and connect with your crewmates throughout the day over chat, voice, and video through company provided equipment.
Periodic in-person meetings at varied locations.
Share your experience, expertise and interest with the crew to enhance our fun and progressive culture.

Benefits

Competitive pay
144 hours of accrued vacation time to start
12 paid holidays per year
80 hours of paid sick time annually
Medical Insurance - 100% covered for Pirates by the company and kicks in the first of the month after enrollment. Dependents (spouse, partner or children) are 50% covered.
Dental and Vision - 100% covered for Pirates and 50% covered for dependents.
401(K) - Traditional 401(K) and a Roth 401(K), with a company match of 100% for pirates who contribute 1-3% of their annual salary.
Parental Leave - Full 12 weeks for parents for the birth, adoption, or foster placement of a child.
Home Office Reimbursement - A one-time reimbursement of up to $1,500 to purchase an ergonomic desk and chair.
Wifi & snacks stipend for remote individuals.
Virtual Tacos for ARRrrrsome Rewards - Employee recognition program where you can give and receive virtual "Tacos" which can be redeemed for rewards.