Commercial Paralegal: Draft & negotiate contracts

AbbVie; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Short-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie is looking for a Paralegal to support the Operations Legal team in North Chicago. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements including NDAs and vendor contracts.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal setting, with strong skills in communication, writing, and organization. The position includes comprehensive benefits and participates in incentive programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a law firm or legal department.
• Discretion and independent judgment are necessary for the role.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve routine legal issues.
• Plan meetings and maintain legal files.
• Assist with legal projects and collaborate with team.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Strong writing and analytical skills

Project management

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Problem solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree and/or ABA approved Paralegal Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

AbbVie is looking for a Paralegal to support the Operations Legal team in North Chicago. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements including NDAs and vendor contracts.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 2 years of experience in a legal setting, with strong skills in communication, writing, and organization. The position includes comprehensive benefits and participates in incentive programs.