Corporate Paralegal

Fortra; New Jersey; Remote; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) enrollment

HSA and FSA plans

Flexible PTO policy

Tuition reimbursement

ID Theft Protection Program

Job summary

Fortra is seeking a Paralegal to support our Legal Department. The role focuses on general corporate matters, financing, and insurance, partnering with GCs and business stakeholders to manage contracts and legal processes.

You will handle contract workflows, NDA workups, and entity-related tasks while maintaining strict confidentiality. A collaborative, fast-paced environment with competitive benefits awaits.

Qualifications

• 1-2+ years of paralegal, contract administration, or related legal experience.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with strong judgment balancing commercial objectives and legal risk.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to maintaining and improving internal processes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the General Counsel and leaders to assess business and legal terms, obligations, and risk.
• Independently manage contract workflows and priorities with established procedures and deadlines.
• Support entity management, insurance and financing, and collaborate with the legal team.
• Assist with partner letters, NDAs, and customer forms.
• Support Legal Operations and contract-related processes for internal stakeholders.
• Support may include IP, real estate, litigation, and M&A-related activities.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Contract administration

Communication

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Whether you’re an experienced professional or just getting started, your contributions matter at Fortra. If you’re passionate about tackling meaningful challenges alongside talented team members committed to helping each other succeed, all while having lots of fun, we want to hear from you. We offer competitive benefits and salaries, personal and professional development opportunities, flexibility, and much more!

While our company operates remotely, our current hiring strategy is focused on building talent communities in Atlanta, Dallas, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Eden Prairie, and the New York–New Jersey–Connecticut tri-state area.

This Paralegal will report to the Associate General Counsel and is primarily responsible assisting with general corporate matters, financing and insurance. This role serves as a key partner to the Legal Department and business stakeholders by providing guidance on contractual matters, supporting strategic initiatives, and helping drive efficient legal processes.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Work closely with the General Counsel and business leaders to assess business and legal terms, contractual obligations, and risk allocation.

• Independently manage contract workflows and priorities in accordance with established procedures and guidelines while ensuring deadlines are met.

• Support the Assistant General Counsel & General Counsel in connection with entity management, insurance and financing

• Assist with Partner letters, NDAs and/or customer forms.

• Support Legal Operations

• Serve as a resource to internal stakeholders regarding contract-related processes and requirements.

• Other tasks as assigned, which could include but is not limited to intellectual property and real estate support, litigation support and M&A support.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-2+ years of paralegal, contract administration, or related legal experience.

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Self-starter with strong judgment and the ability to balance commercial objectives and legal risk.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Commitment to maintaining and improving internal processes.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Solid knowledge and skills working in an office environment.

• Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office.

Compensation: 90,000 USD - 95,000 USD

As a full-time, exempt employee at Fortra, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health, dental, and vision coverage as of hire

• Immediate enrollment in 401(k), HSA, and FSA plans

• Flexible PTO policy

• Tuition and personal enrichment reimbursement

• Option to enroll in ID Theft Protection Program

At Fortra, work is only part of the story. Explore what Life at Fortra is all about, from perks that support holistic wellbeing to a culture that keeps you connected and empowered to make an impact beyond the job.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.