Sr. Paralegal

Johnsonville•Sheboygan Falls, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Members of Johnsonville’s legal team provide counsel, service and leadership that touches on a wide range of subjects including contracts, employment, litigation, regulatory matters and governance matters. In each case, you must relentlessly drive our business needs and seek to create a competitive advantage, usually in ambiguous circumstances. Members of the team also possess a keen business mind and an immense amount of curiosity for Johnsonville’s business drivers, as well as a love for elevating legal skills throughout the organization. If you thrive in an environment where people care about their work and each other, you’ll feel right at home here. Our in‑house legal team is highly engaged, supportive, and committed to doing what’s right—not because it’s required, but because it’s who we are. We’re looking for a Senior Paralegal who delivers excellent work, asks thoughtful questions, and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves to tackle complex challenges. Someone energized by collaborating with others, sharing ideas openly, and stepping forward with genuine ownership. At Johnsonville, every team member is encouraged to grow, stretch, and keep learning. In this role, you’ll make a meaningful impact by strengthening our legal operations and navigating a fast‑changing landscape with flexibility, curiosity, and a forward‑looking mindset.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
At least 5 years of paralegal experience, required
Exceptionally sharp, motivated, and eager to take on challenging, high‑impact work
Able to manage priorities and projects independently with confidence and minimal direction
Demonstrates a high level of integrity
Uses strong judgment, takes initiative, and approaches challenges with a solutions‑focused mindset
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and shifting priorities in a fast moving environment
Comfortable collaborating across teams and building positive, productive working relationships
High attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate, high quality work
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain a high level of trust
Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certificate preferred
Will consider candidate with comparable relevant experience in lieu of a paralegal certificate
Experience in a corporate legal department, preferred
Familiarity with legal budgeting and entity management systems preferred but not required
Proficiency with Visio, Excel and Adobe Pro is beneficial

Responsibilities

Support the legal team in managing and organizing daily operations including drafting legal documents and business communications, maintaining contract and legal records administration, preparing filings and conducting basic legal and business research
Track and maintain domestic and international entities, minute books, licenses, permits and other key corporate records
Prepare entity resolutions, meeting minutes, regulatory filings and other corporate governance documents
Assist with completing Know Your Customer (KYC) requests
Partner with the compliance team on dividend and banking updates
Support the investment team by preparing unit ledgers and assisting with investment-related documentation
Maintain the legal team billing system and help track, analyze and report on the legal budget, processes and spending
Assist with reviewing and preparing materials and applications related to patents, trademarks and copyrights
Help assemble, review and edit drafts of contracts (including NDAs), leases, licenses, and other legal documents
Organize and support commercial transactions and closing processes
Conduct corporate due diligence and litigation discovery and assist with litigation management as needed