Senior Paralegal

Description

• Provide strategic counsel on risk mitigation, compliance requirements, and operational best practices across departments.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and subject-matter expert for corporate governance across all NELSON entities, including drafting and maintaining bylaws, operating agreements, resolutions, and annual business filings.
• Lead the entity management program, ensuring accuracy of minute books, share records, and the master corporate structure chart across domestic and international entities.
• Drive contract strategy—draft, review, and negotiate service agreements, proposals, and complex client contracts in partnership with legal and business leaders.
• Oversee claims and litigation management processes, ensuring timely coordination, documentation, and resolution.
• Proactively identify and implement process improvements to streamline legal operations and enhance efficiency.
• Mentor junior legal team members and contribute to the development of internal templates, training, and best practices.
• Partner with internal and external counsel on M&A transactions, due diligence, integration activities, and intellectual property management, including trademark protection and enforcement.
• Manage insurance certificate programs and collaborate with Finance and Operations to maintain appropriate coverage and documentation.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience as a Paralegal with a law firm or in-house legal team
• Proven experience with industry-standard contract forms (AIA, DBIA, ConsensusDOCS) and strong understanding of contractual risk allocation
• Demonstrated success managing multiple high-priority initiatives in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment with any combination of the core areas of paralegal focus (Corporate, M+A, Litigation, Operations).
• Exceptional judgment, discretion, and communication skills—able to translate complex legal concepts into clear business guidance
• Advanced training or certification in corporate law, contracts, or legal operations preferred
• Keep It Real - Communicate with empathy, transparency and respect to support each other in the pursuit of great work
• Think Boldly - Exude a passion for problem solving, creativity and curiosity in everything you do
• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Business Administration, Political Science, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of experience as a Paralegal in corporate, commercial, or in-house legal environments.
• Ability to travel occasionally to support business needs
• Paralegal Certificate required

Benefits

• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Paid parental leave
• Professional Development including discretionary support and reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and membership to a professional organization
• 401(K) plan with company match
• Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities
• Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Flexible working schedules and work from home options based on client’s needs
• Pet Insurance
• Opportunities for career advancement

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance