Senior Paralegal – Litigation, Risk Management, and Labor/Employment

GE Appliances•Louisville, KY

About The Position

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make “good things, for life.” As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we’re powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there’s always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together. The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together , we always look for a better way , and we create possibilities . Interested in joining us on our journey? Join our Legal team as a Senior Paralegal supporting Litigation, Risk Management, and Labor & Employment. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Deputy General Counsel to provide advanced legal and administrative support across multiple practice areas. We’re looking for an experienced professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can manage multiple priorities with independence, and collaborates effectively across teams. This position plays a key role in case and document management, dispute and subpoena response, and coordination of risk and compliance processes—all while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.

Requirements

Five (5) years of paralegal experience, preferably including both litigation and labor/employment law.
Paralegal certificate or equivalent vocational/technical education
Strong knowledge of litigation processes, legal terminology, and employment law.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively engage with internal and external partners.
Proficiency in legal research tools (LexisNexis, Westlaw), case/document management systems, and e-billing tools.
Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Experience supporting corporate in-house counsel.
Familiarity with insurance claims handling and risk management processes.
Knowledge of OSHA and/or CPSC regulations.

Responsibilities

Support case and document management for insurance and direct claims, workers’ compensation, administrative, regulatory, and investigatory matters, as well as litigation and alternative dispute resolution when needed.
Track the status, deadlines, and budgets for assigned cases and claims.
Manage document preservation, collection, and production in coordination with counsel.
Assist with claims management processes, including incident reporting, insurance notifications, and coordination with claims administrators.
Coordinate subpoena responses under attorney supervision.
Provide matter and document management support to the Associate General Counsel, Safety and Litigation, for product safety and regulatory proceedings.
Assist with occupational safety or environmental claims, including administrative or judicial proceedings.
Support internal investigations through document gathering, interview coordination, and file maintenance.
Assist with responses to agency charges, employment claims, litigation, and arbitration proceedings.
Coordinate subpoena responses as needed.
Track labor relations matters, grievance procedures, and compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
Draft and edit employment-related correspondence, agreements, and policy documents under counsel oversight.
Maintain records and compliance for employment law requirements, including EEOC and DOL reporting.
Collaborate with other paralegals to manage legal databases, case tracking, and document management systems.
Conduct legal and regulatory research under counsel direction.
Manage scheduling, travel, and expense reporting for assigned attorneys.
Process invoices and purchase orders.
Serve as the Legal Department’s main contact for receipt and handling of mail and service of process.
Support the maintenance of company policies and procedures in collaboration with the paralegal team.