Corporate Paralegal

Just Born, Inc.; Town of Bethlehem (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company contributions

Paid time off

Job summary

Just Born, Inc. in Bethlehem, PA seeks a Corporate Paralegal to support the General Counsel across contracts, employment matters, and compliance.

The role involves administering contracts, coordinating documentation, and maintaining records with internal teams and outside counsel. The Corporate Paralegal will help implement contract templates, track obligations, and assist with regulatory programs while handling confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Paralegal certificate from an accredited program required.
• Continuing legal education or professional certifications related to contract management, compliance, or legal operations are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft, revise, and administer routine agreements using approved templates, including confidentiality agreements, vendor agreements, service agreements, licensing agreements, and other commercial contracts.
• Coordinate contract review, approval, execution, and retention processes with internal stakeholders and external parties.
• Implement and Maintain contract management systems, repositories, and records while tracking key dates, obligations, renewals, and notice requirements.
• Prepare contract summaries, reports, and other supporting documentation.
• Support the development and maintenance of contract templates, clause libraries, and standard terms.
• Support employment-related legal matters through document preparation, records management, and coordination of information requests.
• Assist with employee investigations, accommodations, policy updates, administrative agency inquiries, and outside counsel requests.
• Prepare draft correspondence, notices, and supporting documentation for attorney review.
• Maintain confidential employment-related legal files, records, and matter tracking systems.
• Conduct legal and regulatory research and prepare summaries for the General Counsel.
• Support compliance programs through administration of policies, training records, certifications, and required documentation.
• Monitor regulatory deadlines, reporting requirements, and compliance-related activities.
• Assist with audits, information requests, and the development and maintenance of compliance resources and procedures.
• Administer legal department systems, records, templates, trackers, and document retention processes.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders on legal matters, information requests, and special projects.
• Support intellectual property administration activities, including maintenance of records, filings, renewals, and correspondence with outside counsel.
• Manage legal department invoices, budgets, spending reports, and administrative processes.
• Prepare reports and metrics related to contracts, legal matters, and department activities.
• Support legal technology initiatives, process improvements, and other projects as assigned.

Job description

Just Born, Inc is a family-owned candy manufacturer that has been creating joyful moments for generations. Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, we are proud to produce iconic brands like PEEPS®, MIKE AND IKE®, HOT TAMALES®, and GOLDENBERG’S® PEANUT CHEWS®. Our purpose is simple: to create joyful moments and build stronger communities. Guided by our highest ideals - to take care of each other, do the right thing, and give forward - we remain committed to our people, our consumers, our community, and the planet.

Position Summary

The Corporate Paralegal provides comprehensive support to the General Counsel across a broad range of legal and compliance activities. This role is responsible for administering contracts, coordinating legal documentation, supporting employment and labor matters, maintaining intellectual property and legal records, assisting with compliance initiatives, and serving as a key point of contact for legal process administration.

The Corporate Paralegal works closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel to help ensure legal matters are organized, documented, and executed efficiently.

Location

Bethlehem, PA

Work Model

Hybrid schedule, typically two in office per week. As our ways of working evolve, we commit to communicating any changes clearly and with ample notice.

How You’ll Impact Results

Commercial Contracts

• Draft, revise, and administer routine agreements using approved templates, including confidentiality agreements, vendor agreements, service agreements, licensing agreements, and other commercial contracts.
• Coordinate contract review, approval, execution, and retention processes with internal stakeholders and external parties.
• Implement and Maintain contract management systems, repositories, and records while tracking key dates, obligations, renewals, and notice requirements.
• Prepare contract summaries, reports, and other supporting documentation.
• Support the development and maintenance of contract templates, clause libraries, and standard terms.

Employment & Labor Support

• Support employment-related legal matters through document preparation, records management, and coordination of information requests.
• Assist with employee investigations, accommodations, policy updates, administrative agency inquiries, and outside counsel requests.
• Prepare draft correspondence, notices, and supporting documentation for attorney review.
• Maintain confidential employment-related legal files, records, and matter tracking systems.

Compliance & Regulatory Support

• Conduct legal and regulatory research and prepare summaries for the General Counsel.
• Support compliance programs through administration of policies, training records, certifications, and required documentation.
• Monitor regulatory deadlines, reporting requirements, and compliance-related activities.
• Assist with audits, information requests, and the development and maintenance of compliance resources and procedures.

Legal Operations

• Administer legal department systems, records, templates, trackers, and document retention processes.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and internal stakeholders on legal matters, information requests, and special projects.
• Support intellectual property administration activities, including maintenance of records, filings, renewals, and correspondence with outside counsel.
• Manage legal department invoices, budgets, spending reports, and administrative processes.
• Prepare reports and metrics related to contracts, legal matters, and department activities.
• Support legal technology initiatives, process improvements, and other projects as assigned.

Your Qualifications That Will Ensure Success

Education & Certifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Paralegal certificate from an accredited program required.
• Continuing legal education or professional certifications related to contract management, compliance, or legal operations are a plus.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of paralegal experience in an in-house legal department, law firm, or corporate environment.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and administering commercial contracts and related legal documentation.
• Experience supporting employment, labor, compliance, regulatory, or other corporate legal matters.
• Experience coordinating with outside counsel and managing legal records, documentation, and matter tracking processes.
• Experience utilizing contract management, document management, or other legal technology platforms preferred.
• Experience supporting a manufacturing, consumer products, food, or other regulated industry preferred.

Competencies & Skills

• Strong knowledge of legal terminology, documentation, and corporate legal processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, project management, and recordkeeping abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal technology platforms, including contract and document management systems.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with business partners, outside counsel, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify opportunities to streamline legal processes and improve efficiency.

Just Born is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

Our Pledge to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Vision

Just Born’s Vision is to create a workplace where every associate feels inspired and confident to bring their whole selves to work.

Purpose

Our purpose is to bring sweetness to people’s lives which can only be fully realized if Just Born values every individual we touch.

To pursue this vision:

• We will act boldly with integrity, authenticity and humility
• We will listen with intent, curiosity and a passion to learn and grow
• We will lift all voices and create an equitable environment for all

Why it’s Sweet to Work at Just Born:

• Legacy & Stability: 103+ years of iconic brands and family-owned success.
• Inclusive Culture: We’re building a workplace where everyone belongs and can thrive.
• Competitive Compensation: Base salary, Achievement Awards, and generous 401(k) with company contributions.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, HSA contributions, and flexible options.
• Work/Life Balance: Paid time off and holidays from day one.
• Wellness & Growth: Onsite wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Programs.