Paralegal, Labor & Employment

11 MasterBrand Cabinets LLC; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC in Beachwood, Ohio is seeking a Paralegal, Labor & Employment to support the Legal & Compliance Department and Human Resources on employment-related matters, internal investigations, immigration compliance, and ethics hotline administration.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, exercises sound judgment, and can handle confidential information while coordinating with outside counsel, maintaining records, templates, and workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years of prior experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Strong aptitude for process development and handling confidential information.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to Legal & Compliance and HR on employment-related matters.
• Assist with employment litigation, charges, subpoenas, and other matters.
• Prepare correspondence, summaries, and other employment documents.
• Maintain electronic and physical records; ensure confidentiality.
• Coordinate with outside counsel and manage deadlines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

Document management tools

Job description

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

Job Description

The Paralegal, Labor & Employment provides critical support to the Legal & Compliance Department and Human Resources teams in managing employment law matters, internal investigations, immigration compliance, and ethics hotline administration. This position serves as a key operational partner responsible for maintaining legal records, developing standardized processes and templates, coordinating with outside counsel, and conducting workplace investigations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, exercises excellent judgment, and can effectively manage sensitive and confidential matters.

Responsibilities

Labor & Employment Legal Support

Provide day-to-day administrative and operational support to the Legal & Compliance and Human Resources departments on employment-related matters. Assist with the management of employment litigation, administrative charges, subpoenas, and other legal matters. Support attorneys and HR professionals by gathering documents, organizing files, scheduling meetings, and tracking deadlines. Prepare draft correspondence, reports, legal summaries, and other employment-related documents for review. Maintain employment law resources and assist with legal research as needed.

Records Management and Process Administration

Develop, organize, and maintain electronic and physical records related to employment matters, investigations, immigration, and litigation. Create and administer document retention and file management processes to ensure consistency, accessibility, and compliance. Maintain case tracking systems, status reports, calendars, and matter management databases. Ensure confidentiality and appropriate handling of privileged and sensitive information.

Template and Process Development

Design, maintain, and continuously improve standard templates, forms, checklists, guidance documents, and workflows used by the Legal & Compliance and Human Resources departments. Promote process consistency, operational efficiency, and compliance through standardized documentation and procedures. Identify opportunities to streamline administrative processes.

Outside Counsel Management

Serve as the primary administrative point of contact between the Company and outside counsel. Coordinate engagement letters, billing submissions, invoice tracking, document transfers, and matter-related communications. Facilitate information gathering and document production requests. Maintain records of outside counsel matters, budgets, and key deadlines.

Immigration Program Administration

Organize, administer, and monitor the Company's immigration program. Coordinate with employees, Human Resources, outside immigration counsel, and government agencies regarding visa sponsorships, work authorizations, renewals, and related filings. Maintain immigration records and tracking systems to ensure timely filing and compliance with applicable requirements. Assist in the development and maintenance of immigration-related policies and procedures.

Hotline and Ethics Program Administration

Administer the Company's ethics and compliance hotline system. Manage intake, assignment, tracking, and closure of hotline reports. Monitor investigation timelines and ensure appropriate documentation is maintained. Generate reports, metrics, and dashboards related to hotline activity and investigation status. Coordinate communications and follow-up activities associated with hotline matters.

Workplace Investigations

Conduct prompt, thorough, objective, and confidential investigations relating to employee complaints, policy violations, misconduct allegations, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, ethics concerns, and other workplace issues. Interview complainants, witnesses, and subjects of investigations. Gather, review, and analyze relevant documents, communications, and other evidence. Prepare investigation reports that summarize factual findings and conclusions. Partner with Legal, Human Resources, Compliance, and business leaders to support investigation outcomes and corrective actions. Maintain investigation files and ensure compliance with Company procedures and applicable laws.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or paralegal certificate from an accredited institution. Must have a minimum of 3 years of previous experience in a law firm or in-house legal department. Strong aptitude for the development of and adherence to process. Experience managing confidential information and sensitive workplace matters. Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, case management systems, and document management tools. Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [e-mail].

Company Culture

MasterBrand® isn’t just a cabinet company – we are an organization of people who are Building Great Experiences Together. For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Building on our history by innovating how we work and what we offer, MasterBrand is proud to be an industry leader. We achieve this through The MasterBrand Way – our business system – which empowers every individual to make the team better, be bold and drive our business forward, and champion improvement in all that we do. Through this unique culture, we strive to create a best place to work where:

• We aim for opportunity, purpose and reward in our associates’ experience all within an organization where our associates can thrive.
• We work hard to create an environment that keeps people safe, values their unique experiences and perspectives, and fosters collaboration and belonging.
• We are committed to supporting the well‑being of our associates and the communities in which we operate.

Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.