Sr. Licensing Paralegal

Elior NA Corporate; Columbia Heights (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (FT Employees)

Vision

UNUM offering for Accident, Critical |

Discount Program

Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit

EAP

401k

Sick Time

Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)

Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Elior North America is seeking a Senior Licensing Paralegal to join our Legal & Risk team in Minneapolis. You will manage alcohol and tobacco licensing requirements, coordinate applications, renewals, and amendments across multiple jurisdictions, and guide onsite teams with regulatory compliance.

You will work with outside counsel and regulators to ensure licensing records are accurate, up-to-date, and ready for audits while contributing to broader Legal & Risk initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of legal experience in a regulatory or licensing capacity
• Paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on complex projects
• Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with database development and testing

Responsibilities

• Manage state, county, and local alcohol and tobacco licenses across multiple jurisdictions
• Prepare and file license applications, renewals, surrenders, transfers, and amendments
• Manage licensing updates related to officer changes, new and existing locations, and legal or assumed name changes
• Research and interpret applicable licensing laws, regulations, and requirements
• Provide licensing guidance to onsite teams and leadership
• Create, maintain, and update licensing procedures, guidance documents, and supporting materials
• Develop and maintain a license tracking system to monitor licensing activity and requirements
• Coordinate fingerprinting and background requirements for officers and managers
• Develop and provide alcohol and tobacco training for operations teams
• Partner with internal teams, outside counsel, and regulatory agencies to address licensing needs
• Support Legal & Risk projects and other department initiatives

Skills

Regulatory licensing experience

Paralegal background

multitask in fast-paced environment

Independent and collaborative work

Strong communication skills

Education

Paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook)

Database development and testing

Job description

Career Opportunities: Sr. Licensing Paralegal (42178)

Job Reference Number: 42178
Employment Type:Full-Time,Hybrid
Segment: Elior Corporate

Senior Licensing Paralegal

The Role

We’re looking for a Senior Licensing Paralegal to join our Legal & Risk team. This role will support the Associate General Counsel and play a key role in managing alcohol and tobacco licensing requirements across our operations.

We’ll manage licensing activities from application through renewal, maintain licensing records and processes, research regulatory requirements, and partner with teams across the organization to help ensure compliance. You’ll also work with outside counsel and regulatory agencies and support broader Legal & Risk initiatives.

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What You’ll Be Doing

• Manage state, county, and local alcohol and tobacco licenses across multiple jurisdictions
• Prepare and file license applications, renewals, surrenders, transfers, and amendments
• Manage licensing updates related to officer changes, new and existing locations, and legal or assumed name changes
• Research and interpret applicable licensing laws, regulations, and requirements
• Provide licensing guidance to onsite teams and leadership
• Create, maintain, and update licensing procedures, guidance documents, and supporting materials
• Develop and maintain a license tracking system to monitor licensing activity and requirements
• Coordinate fingerprinting and background requirements for officers and managers
• Develop and provide alcohol and tobacco training for operations teams
• Partner with internal teams, outside counsel, and regulatory agencies to address licensing needs
• Support Legal & Risk projects and other department initiatives

What We’re Looking For

Must-Haves

• 5+ years of legal experience in a regulatory or licensing capacity
• Paralegal certificate or bachelor’s degree
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively on complex projects
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience with database development and testing

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience managing alcohol and tobacco licenses within the food service industry
• Experience working across multiple jurisdictions
• Ability to take initiative while collaborating effectively with others

Compensation

• $70,000.00 - $75,000.00

Where you will be working

This position is based at Elior’s Minneapolis, MN office. In office three days in office and two days remote.

Office Location: 1515 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55113

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer:

This job description can be revised by management as needed.