Corporate Paralegal

GPD Group; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Bonus

Vacation & Sick Time

Job summary

GPD Group in Akron, OH is seeking a Corporate Paralegal with 7+ years of experience in a private law firm or corporate setting. You will draft, review and maintain contracts, support regulatory compliance, and manage corporate records.

Strong research, governance knowledge and confidentiality are essential, with ability to work in a fast-paced shared services legal team. Preferred: background in Architecture & Engineering and Paralegal Certification; excellent organizational skills; experience

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies or Liberal Arts, and 7+years of experience as a Paralegal with a private law firm or corporation.
• Experience within the Architecture & Engineering field is preferred, but not required.
• Paralegal Certification is preferred, but not required.
• Excellent research, analysis, problem solving and organization skills.
• Ability to work well within a shared services legal team.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles.
• Ability to confidentially handle sensitive information.
• Understanding of legal principles relevant to general corporate law.
• Familiar with legal publications with the desire to remain current in profession.
• Understanding of legal technology platforms and process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work in a fast-paced, tight‑linked corporate environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, maintain and review business contracts, aid with regulatory compliance, and keep corporate records current.
• Coordinate, triage and manage projects regarding risk and corporate compliance.
• Oversee claims and document distribution to the appropriate business contacts.
• Provide legal support for the General Counsel.
• Maintain document management for the legal department.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Organization

Deadline management

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies or Liberal Arts

Paralegal Certification (preferred)

Tools

Legal tech platforms

Document management systems

Job description

We’re always looking for the next great member of our team. Are you that person? Explore our open positions below, and discover opportunities to apply your talents with a growing organization. Please note that our hiring team will never ask for any personal information via email or web messaging. Any applicant in consideration for a new role at GPD will speak directly to a member of our hiring team.

Position: Corporate Paralegal

Location: Akron, OH

Job Id: 2535

# of Openings: 1

Corporate Paralegal

Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD Group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.

For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering and planning services to clients across the United States. Witha diverse team of over 900professionals working in 15 different offices, it is our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose that unites us.

GPD is currently seeking a Corporate Paralegal in our Akron, OH headquarters.

Role Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies or Liberal Arts, and 7+years of experience as a Paralegal with a private law firm or corporation.
• Experience within the Architecture & Engineering field is preferred, but not required.
• Paralegal Certification is preferred, but not required.
• Excellent research, analysis, problem solving and organization skills.
• Ability to work well within a shared services legal team.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles.
• Ability to confidentially handle sensitive information.
• Understanding of legal principles relevant to general corporate law.
• Familiar with legal publications with the desire to remain current in profession.
• Understanding of legal technology platforms and process improvement initiatives.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work in a fast-paced, tight‑linked corporate environment.

Role Responsibilities:

• Draft, maintain and review business contracts, aid with regulatory compliance, and keep corporate records current.
• Coordinate, triage and manage projects regarding risk and corporate compliance.
• Oversee claims and document distribution to the appropriate business contacts.
• Provide legal support for the General Counsel.
• Maintain document management for the legal department.

GPD passionately believes that everyone on our team knows they are a valued member of our employee‑owned company. When you are willing to put in the time and effort to make us successful, you will see that in your paycheck and benefits offering.

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching and company contribution
• Bonus
• Vacation & Sick Time
• And much more

At GPD Group, we believe in the value of every individual. GPD Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we assure you that all applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veterans, or any other characteristic protected by the law.

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.