Paralegal

Forte Belanger; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to support a variety of legal and transactional projects while collaborating closely with the General Counsel. You will manage contract administration, draft essential legal documents, and engage with cross-functional teams to enhance legal operations. This forward-thinking company values curiosity, teamwork, and professional growth, providing a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. If you are eager to thrive in a fast-paced setting and develop your legal expertise, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Flexible Schedules

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programming

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial paralegal and contract management.
• Ability to analyze facts and law to strategically solve problems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite is strongly desired.

Responsibilities

• Support General Counsel with legal operations and compliance.
• Manage contract administration and draft legal documents.
• Maintain files and support various legal projects.

Skills

Commercial Paralegal Experience

Contract Management

Legal Document Drafting

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication Skills

Research Skills

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Paralegal Certificate

Notary Public Certification

Tools

Contract Lifecycle Management Software

Job description

Department: Systems 500007

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Innovation Center

Reporting To: Jennifer Gasiecki

Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 / year

Description

WHO WE ARE

Continental is Michigan's premier events and catering company where we cruise the Detroit River on the luxurious Infinity and Ovation Yacht Charters or entertain with Forte Belanger at the exclusive Waterview Loft at Port Detroit. We have been named one of Crain's Detroit Business' "cool places to work" and are consistently named Best Caterer in Detroit by Hour Magazine. At Continental, our goal has always remained the same - delight our guests, every meal, every day.

Position Overview

The Paralegal reports directly to Continental's General Counsel and will support a variety of legal corporate and transactional projects and initiatives across the business unit. This role will assist the General Counsel with improvements to legal operations supporting an expanding legal team and establishing positive, cross-functional relationships with internal clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside the General Counsel to support various needs; provide a range of support through administrative and complex tasks.
• Manage contract administration and compliance under the direction of the General Counsel.
• Draft and revise various legal documents under the direction of General Counsel.
• Maintain files, index and track documents.
• Support a variety of legal and compliance projects and initiatives.
• Manage and support outside counsel and third-party support vendors when needed.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Paralegal certificate is a plus but not required.
• Notary Public is a plus but not required.
• 5+ years of commercial paralegal experience and/or contract management background.
• Combination of law firm and in-house experience is preferred.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize effectively among different projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated experience working cross-functionally.
• Experience with contract lifecycle management software.
• Ability to analyze facts and law to strategically solve problems.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Legal and Business acumen.
• Research skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office product suite strongly desired (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Key stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong team player with interpersonal skills and good judgment.
• Effectively collaborate with teams and clients.
• Ability to thrive in a changing, fast-paced environment.
• Independent and proactive way of working with professionalism.
• Quick learner with intellectual curiosity.
• Ability to identify, innovate and/or improve processes.

Benefits

Company Offerings

We prioritize the health, wellness and work-life balance of our associates and design our compensation packages to reflect that. Full-time associates are eligible for medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, parental leave, 401(k) with company match, at-work dining perks, flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a total rewards program. Employees can also use our inclusive employee assistance program. Location-specific perks may also include wellness programming, on-the-job training, corporate-hosted courses, certifications and team events.

We are Curious.

Bold, original thinking, and an innate curiosity for what's new and next drives us to shake things up and make them remarkable.

We are Welcoming.

Approachable and engaging. Invested in teamwork, collaboration, and engaging our guests with the utmost personal attention. It's all about making everyone feel welcome and appreciated.

We Dream Big.

We embrace our adventure, individually and collectively. By being proactive and continuously striving for more, we consistently create value while paving our path for personal and professional growth.

To ensure we protect our team members and the integrity of our company, all associates are required to go through a background check prior to starting with the company. The background check will include validation of information supplied on the application, criminal history, and drug screening. Depending on the nature of the position, additional checks such as driving history, physical ability, or credit check may also be required.

Continental offers a highly competitive compensation package.

Continental is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.