Paralegal

WhiteCap Search; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

WhiteCap Search is seeking a dedicated paralegal to join its in-house legal team in New Jersey, focusing on compliance, regulatory matters, and contract administration within the pharmaceutical sector.

The role requires 2 years of related experience; you will manage legal documents and corporate records, support the compliance program, and handle regulatory documentation while ensuring adherence to laws and company policies.

Qualifications

• Requires an associate's or bachelor's degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, business administration, political science, or related field.
• Paralegal certificate from ABA-approved program preferred.
• Basic understanding of legal terminology, contract administration, and document management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• At least 2 years of paralegal or legal administrative experience; in-house or regulated industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with contract administration.
• Managing legal documents and corporate records.
• Supporting compliance program activities.
• Handling regulatory documentation.
• Ensuring the organization operates in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Legal terminology

Contract administration

Document management

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, Business Administration, Political Science, or related field

Paralegal Certificate (ABA-approved) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Whitecap Search is looking for a dedicated professional to join a legal team within the pharmaceutical industry. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience in an in-house legal environment, focusing on compliance, legal, and regulatory matters in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with contract administration
• Managing legal documents and corporate records
• Supporting compliance program activities
• Handling regulatory documentation
• Ensuring the organization operates in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies

Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, Business Administration, Political Science, or a related field required
• Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program preferred
• Basic understanding of legal terminology, contract administration, and legal document management
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• 2 years of paralegal, legal administrative, compliance, or related professional experience
• Internship or prior experience in a corporate legal department, law firm, healthcare organization, or regulated industry preferred
• Experience managing documents, records, or contracts is a plus
• This position is fully onsite 5 days a week in office - no exceptions

Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.