Paralegal

Waste-Harmonics-Keter; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Annual Bonus Plan at Every Level

401(k) Retirement Savings with Company

Medical & Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance (Company Paid)

Life Insurance (Company Paid)

Disability Insurance (Company Paid)

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts/Health SAV

Job summary

Waste Harmonics Keter in Stamford, CT is seeking a Paralegal to provide comprehensive legal and administrative support across the legal, executive, and business teams. The role focuses on contract administration, governance, compliance, legal research, and document management to help the organization operate efficiently and lawfully.

The ideal candidate is highly organized with strong judgment and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of paralegal experience in a corporate legal department or law firm.
• Experience supporting commercial contracts and corporate governance activities.
• Strong understanding of contract law and legal documentation.
• Knowledge of corporate governance, compliance practices, and legal operations.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, proofread, and manage a variety of commercial agreements, NDAs, vendor contracts, and other legal documents.
• Manage the contract lifecycle, including tracking renewals, expirations, and key contractual obligations.
• Maintain corporate records, legal entity documentation, and support governance activities.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries, recommendations, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with employment, commercial, compliance, and regulatory matters under legal counsel.
• Coordinate responses to subpoenas, audits, litigation requests, and other inquiries.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Commercial contracts

Contract law

Governance

Organizational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Discretion

Collaboration

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Paralegal certificate preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal document management systems

Contract lifecycle management platforms

Legal operations software

Job description

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Paralegal

Full Time Stamford, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1471

Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

Who We Are

We are Waste Harmonics Keter, your partner in handling complex waste operations.

Growing steadily for nearly 25 years, we have become the choice provider for managed waste services by pairing high-touch, white-glove customer service with data-driven, tech-enabled programs. From developing proprietary monitoring technology to linking arms with other industry leaders to strengthen our operations, we have a storied history of doing what's needed to serve our customers well.

Who We're Looking For

The Paralegal is responsible for providing comprehensive legal and administrative support to Waste Harmonics Keter's legal, executive, and business teams. This role plays a critical part in supporting contract administration, corporate governance, compliance initiatives, legal research, litigation support, and document management while helping ensure the organization operates efficiently and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

The ideal candidate is a highly organized legal professional with exceptional attention to detail, strong judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced business environment. This individual thrives in a collaborative setting, enjoys improving processes, and is committed to delivering high-quality legal support across the organization.

What You'll Be Doing

• Draft, review, proofread, and manage a variety of commercial agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), vendor contracts, and other legal documents
• Manage the contract lifecycle, including tracking renewals, expirations, and key contractual obligations
• Maintain corporate records, legal entity documentation, and support corporate governance activities
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries, recommendations, and supporting documentation for internal stakeholders
• Assist with employment, commercial, compliance, and regulatory matters under the direction of legal counsel
• Coordinate responses to subpoenas, audits, litigation requests, and other legal inquiries
• Maintain organized legal files, document repositories, and records management systems
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Human Resources, Sales, Procurement, Operations, and other business teams to support legal requests
• Coordinate with outside counsel by gathering documentation, managing communications, and supporting ongoing legal matters
• Identify opportunities to improve legal processes, document templates, and contract management workflows
• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive legal and business information
• Support additional legal and administrative initiatives as assigned by the Legal department

What You'll Bring to the Table

• 3–7 years of paralegal experience in a corporate legal department or law firm
• Experience supporting commercial contracts and corporate governance activities
• Strong understanding of contract law and legal documentation
• Knowledge of corporate governance, compliance practices, and legal operations
• Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Sound judgment with the ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving and relationship-building skills
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Paralegal certificate or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems
• Experience with contract lifecycle management platforms or legal operations software
• Familiarity with commercial contracting, corporate governance, and compliance best practices

What's Good to Know

• This role supports the Legal department while partnering closely with executive leadership and cross-functional business teams
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism is required due to the sensitive nature of legal matters
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of scalable legal processes and operational efficiencies
• Fast-paced environment requiring excellent organization, prioritization, and attention to detail
• Significant collaboration with Finance, Human Resources, Sales, Procurement, Operations, and outside legal counsel

What We Bring to the Table

• Competitive Compensation
• Annual Bonus Plan at Every Level
• Continuous Learning and Development Opportunities
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with Company Match; Immediate Vesting
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance (Company Paid)
• Life Insurance (Company Paid)
• Short-term & Long-term Disability (Company Paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Including Birthday Off, Community Volunteer Hours, and a Friday Off in the Summer
• 7 Paid Holidays

At Waste Harmonics Keter, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.