Senior Paralegal, IP & Contracts – Licensing & Compliance

Mcilhenny Company; Avery Island (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with company match

Profit sharing

Job summary

McIlhenny Company, maker of TABASCO Brand products, seeks a Senior Paralegal (Intellectual Property and Contracts) in Avery Island, LA. The role supports Corporate Counsel, handles IP registrations, licenses, and contract documents while collaborating with internal teams and external counsel.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 10+ years of legal document experience, excellent communication, and strong organizational skills, with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and internet

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• 10 years’ experience with legal documents (paralegal, contract manager, legal secretary, etc.)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Proficient accounting skills, letter writing, and computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Power Point and internet research

Responsibilities

• Maintain and modify the Legal Department Database for reports and contract tracking.
• Prepare summaries related to prospective licensees.
• Collaborate with in-house attorneys and external counsel on IP protection and license records.
• Review the database and advise business units on contract obligations and deadlines.
• Identify trademark renewal deadlines and coordinate with internal and external parties to meet them.
• Draft initial letters and agreements for attorneys’ review.
• Edit various legal documents as needed.
• Support licensing program including drafting license agreements and reviewing marketing materials.
• Assist with product labeling review for compliance and coordinate with counsel and teams.
• Perform day-to-day administrative tasks and cross-train for other roles in the Legal Department.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s Degree

Paralegal Certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Power Point

Internet research

Job description

McIlhenny Company, maker of TABASCO Brand products, seeks a Senior Paralegal (Intellectual Property and Contracts) in Avery Island, LA. The role supports Corporate Counsel, handles IP registrations, licenses, and contract documents while collaborating with internal teams and external counsel.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 10+ years of legal document experience, excellent communication, and strong organizational skills, with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and internet