Paralegal

Bayer; Creve Coeur (MO); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement plan

PTO

Sick leave

Vision/Dental

Job summary

Bayer is seeking a Paralegal to perform a range of law-related tasks under attorney supervision, including contract drafting, due diligence, and case management. The role supports legal operations, research statutes, and maintains organized data files to drive efficient workflows.

Responsibilities include reviewing amendments, assisting with training, and coordinating with outside counsel. The position emphasizes detail orientation, independent work, and collaboration within a diverse legal team.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent undergraduate degree.
• Experience at law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• Experience with commercial/contract work.
• Ability to prioritize work and keep attorneys informed of status.
• Takes initiative and works independently or in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, LEXIS, Harvey or similar AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, draft and review contracts such as CDAs, procurement, sales, warehouse and hotel/vendor agreements.
• Prepare and review amendments, addendums, renewals, and extensions to agreements.
• Support development and rollout of legal training on LPC topics.
• Assist attorneys in projects including implementation of digital solutions for LPC.
• Research statutes, regulations, and court decisions.
• Review advertising and marketing materials for compliance.
• Screen information requests and provide routine legal information.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations and other materials for attorneys.
• Assist with outside counsel management and payment processes.

Skills

Excellent written & verbal

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Initiative

Education

Paralegal certificate or equivalent degree

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

LEXIS

Harvey/AI tools

Job description

At Bayer we're visionaries, driven to solve the world's toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none' is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We're doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining 'impossible'. There are so many reasons to join us. If you're hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there's only one choice.

Paralegal

Performs a variety of law-related tasks under the supervision of attorneys, supporting legal operations and ensuring efficient case management. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, such as due diligence and case analysis, as well as drafting, reviewing, and editing legal documents like contracts and agreements. Manages projects related to legal cases, litigation, and transactions, while preparing legal forms and pleadings for arbitration and litigation. Develops and maintains organized files, databases, and systems to collect, store, and retrieve relevant legal data. Works towards obtaining a paralegal designation, further enhancing their expertise in the legal field.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Under direct supervision, draft and review contracts, such as CDAs, procurement agreements, sales agreements, warehouse agreements, and hotel/vendor agreements, and other documents at the direction of an attorney
• Responsible for preparing and reviewing amendments, addendums, renewals, and extensions to various agreements as directed by an attorney
• Assist with the development, roll out, and participation in the legal training on various LPC topics
• Provide support to attorneys as requested in project and department initiatives, including to implement and update digital solutions for the LPC
• Research statutes, regulations, and Court decisions.
• Review advertising and marketing materials to ensure compliance with legal requirements
• Screen requests for information, such as due diligence and other information requests; Provides routine legal information and responses or refer to an attorney as appropriate
• Responsible for preparing Powerpoint presentations and other materials as requested by an attorney
• Assistance with outside counsel management, including managing payment and payment processes

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent undergraduate degree
• Experience at law firm and/or in-house legal department
• Experience with commercial/contract experience
• Prioritize work while keeping appropriate attorney(s) apprised of project status
• Takes initiative on work projects
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, LEXIS, Harvey or similar AI tools

Preferred Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience at law firm and/or in-house legal department

Employees can expect to be paid a salary of between $64,080-$96,120. Additional compensation may include a bonus or commission (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant's location, market data/ranges, an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors. This posting will be available for application until at least: 10/15/2026.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.

Location

Location: United States : Missouri : Creve Coeur

Division: Enabling Functions

Reference Code: 892573

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