Corporate Paralegal (Hybrid/Remote)

Koozie Group; Clearwater (FL); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Koozie Group is seeking a motivated Paralegal to join its team in Clearwater, Florida. This role includes conducting legal research, assisting in contract review, and maintaining legal databases. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and strong communication and organizational skills. Join a company that values its people and fosters a collaborative culture while delivering quality legal support.

Benefits

Medical HSA and HRA plans

Flexible schedules

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years relevant experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong knowledge of commercial agreements, patents, trademarks.
• Organized and detail-oriented with ability to prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support business initiatives.
• Assist with review of commercial agreements under supervision.
• Organize and maintain contract database.

Skills

Research

Communication

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Paralegal certificate

Job description

If our name sounds familiar, there’s a reason why. We’re the people behind the iconic Koozie Can Kooler – and more! As one of the largest suppliers in the promotional products industry, you’ve probably seen our work everywhere from your local bank to a large concert or sporting event. We imprint company logos and slogans on everything from pens to coffee tumblers, lunch bags, tech accessories, camp chairs, and award-winning calendars, to name just a few. Our desire to benefit our people, customers, communities, and industry is behind all that we do. We call it Keep It. Give It., and it ensures that we are leaving a positive, lasting impact with the products and solutions we deliver.

Great Reasons To Join Koozie Group

• People-first culture
• Flexible schedules
• Great benefits, including:
• Medical HSA and HRA plans
• Flex spending accounts
• PPO dental
• VSP vision
• Employee assistance program
• Employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal)
• Advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee recognition program
• Employee charitable giveback program (up to $250 value)
  
  

We’re looking for the right person to fill this role. Read on if you want to know more and discover how we like to keep the good going !

Paralegal

We are looking to add a Paralegal to our team to assist with conducting research, legal projects, and clerical support, on a broad range of corporate, commercial, and regulatory matters, working closely with the Corporate Counsel and compliance department, and learning about daily affairs in a corporate legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support business initiatives and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, as well as to support projects as requested by the in-house attorney;
• Assist in initial review of a variety of commercial agreements, including technology, supply, licensing, and vendor contracts under the supervision of legal counsel;
• Organize and maintain contract database;
• Review of a variety of intellectual property matters, including marketing materials, copyright and trademark infringement and enforcement, and patent research on new products;
• Assist and support the interactions with outside counsel as needed;
• Participate in process improvements for legal operations, including the development of templates and internal resources to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico;
• Assist with review, research, and responses to sales and marketing inquiries;
• Work collaboratively with other departments;
• Stay informed on legal trends and regulatory developments relevant to the company’s business;
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree. Paralegal certificate preferred.
• At least 3+ years prior relevant experience in either a law firm or corporate legal department with a working knowledge in one or more areas of expertise: commercial agreements, patents, trademarks, product compliance, labor & employment.
• Proficient in complex contract review
• Excellent research, communications, and writing skills including proficient proofreading and editing ability
• Strong critical thinking skills with adeptness at identifying and articulating potential legal issues and risks as well as recommending appropriate courses of action, escalating issues to in-house attorney
• Organized and detail-oriented with ability to prioritize and perform well under pressure of deadlines and multiple projects
• Collaborates effectively with Legal team members as well as throughout the company
• Performs and leads/co-leads complex activities with moderate supervision
• Working knowledge of industry and company acumen
• Ability to help establish and enforce department and company procedures as they relate to legal projects and assignments
• Highly motivated, involved professional who is eager to learn and able to work independently with a strong sense of urgency under moderate supervision
• Must successfully pass pre-employment screenings
  
  
  

Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm to Keep the Good Going, you will find your way at Koozie Group.

Koozie Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Koozie Group also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Koozie Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.