Corporate Paralegal

Fortra; Texas; On-site; 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

Tuition reimbursement

ID Theft Protection Program

Job summary

Fortra is seeking a Senior Paralegal to partner with the General Counsel and the business to oversee corporate matters, contracts, and related risk management. You will help manage entity-related matters, insurance, financing, and review of various agreements including software licenses and SaaS contracts.

The role requires strong drafting and negotiation skills, the ability to balance business and legal risk, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Entity management and insurance experience.
• 5+ years of paralegal, contract administration, or related legal experience.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong contract drafting, review, and negotiation experience involving software, SaaS, and professional services agreements.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with General Counsel and business leaders to assess terms, obligations, and risk.
• Manage contract workflows and priorities with deadlines.
• Assist with entity management, insurance, financing.
• Prepare and handle NDAs, customer forms, and partner letters.
• Support contract-related processes and maintain templates and libraries.

Skills

Entity management

Insurance experience

Education

5+ years of paralegal/contract administration experience

Tools

MS Office

Contract management systems

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!

The Senior Paralegal will report to the Associate General Counsel and is primarily responsible assisting with general corporate matters (entity management,) 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 General Counsel in connection with entity management, insurance, financing,
• Assist with Partner letters, NDAs and/or customer forms.
• Serve as a resource to internal stakeholders regarding contract-related processes and requirements.
• Support Legal Operations
• Manage the administration, drafting, review, and negotiation of a variety of contracts, including new and renewal software licenses, statements of work, professional services agreements, consulting agreements, confidentiality agreements, and information security
• Maintain an updated and accurate library of contract templates and database of executed contracts and identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies.
• Intellectual property and Real estate support
• Litigation support
• M&A support

QUALIFICATIONS

• Entity management and insurance experience.
• 5+ 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 and contract management systems.
• Legal Operations experience preferred
• Strong contract drafting, review, and negotiation experience involving software, SaaS, and professional services agreements preferred

Compensation: 90,000 USD - 95,000 USD

At Fortra, we’re breaking the attack chain. Ready to join us?

At Fortra, our compensation philosophy prioritizes fair market value and internal equity, aligning with your experience and specialized skill set.

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.

Visit our website to learn more about why employees choose to work for Fortra. Remember to connect with us on LinkedIn. 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.