Corporate Paralegal

GPD Group; Independence Township (OH); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Company contribution

Bonus

Vacation & Sick Time

Descrizione del lavoro

GPD Group in Independence, OH is seeking a Corporate Paralegal with 7+ years of experience to support the legal team. The role involves drafting and reviewing business contracts, maintaining corporate records, and assisting with regulatory compliance and risk management.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Legal Studies or related field, paralegal certification preferred, and strong research/analytical skills.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Paralegal Studies, or Liberal Arts.
• 7+ years of paralegal experience in private law firm or corporate setting.
• Excellent research, analysis, problem solving, and organization skills.
• Ability to work well within a shared services legal team.
• Understanding of corporate governance principles.

Mansioni

• Draft, maintain and review business contracts and corporate records.
• Coordinate and manage projects related to risk and corporate compliance.
• Oversee claims and document distribution to relevant contacts.
• Provide legal support for General Counsel.

Conoscenze

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Communication

Deadline management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Legal Studies/Paralegal Studies/Liberal Arts

Descrizione del lavoro

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: Independence, OH

Job Id:2536

# 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 Independence, OH office.

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-knit 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.