Corporate Paralegal

Min 5 yrs required

Full-time

No

Salary Information:

Salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000. Actual salary will be determined based on relevant experience and qualifications.


H1: Corporate Paralegal - Fortune Brands Innovations
H2: Join Our Team and Make a Difference!

Summary:
The Corporate Paralegal position at Fortune Brands Innovations offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced paralegal to support the corporate legal department in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. The role requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. The position is based in Deerfield, IL and is designated as a hybrid role, allowing for a mix of remote and in-office work for better collaboration and innovation.

Company Description:
Fortune Brands Innovations is a company that values the passion and strength of its people and teams. Our culture promotes common goals, agility, accountability, and integrity. We strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their authentic selves at work. We are committed to diversity and inclusivity and offer comprehensive benefits to support the overall health and wellness of our associates.

Job Title:
Corporate Paralegal - Agile

Department:
Legal

Responsibilities:
- Assist with various requests to support the corporate legal department, including contract review and management, compliance training, legal projects management, and responding to subpoenas.
- Manage the contract review and intake processes.
- Create and/or manage agreements, data, documents, and information.
- Develop online compliance trainings.
- Review legal and business-related documents for potential legal concerns and provide advice.
- Liaise with outside counsel.
- Draft internal memos, summaries, reports, and other correspondence.
- Prepare spreadsheets and presentations.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with various departments.
- Conduct legal research and draft memoranda.
- Proactively make suggestions to improve existing processes and workflows.

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Minimum of 5 years of previous Paralegal experience with a corporate legal department.
- Experience with contract review.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Graduation from an American Bar Association certified paralegal school.
- Ability to support various attorneys and senior paralegals.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile, team environment.
- Ethical with a strong work ethic and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational and follow-up skills with attention to detail.
- Strong proofreading skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to work autonomously without close supervision.

Additional Information:
- FBIN offers comprehensive, competitive benefits for our associates' overall health and wellness.
- We have a culture of inclusivity and belonging through our numerous Employee Resource Groups.
- FBIN is an equal opportunity employer and evaluates all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
- FBIN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process.

Salary Information:
- Salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000.
- Actual salary will be determined based on relevant experience and qualifications.

Not specified

Comprehensive health plans, 401(k) program with company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, Employee Resource Groups

Not specified

Organizational skills, Initiative, Independent judgment, Adaptability, Resourcefulness, Contract review, Legal document management, Records management, Compliance training, Project management, Communication, Microsoft Office Suite proficiency, Legal research, Process improvement, Workforce diversity and inclusion, Health and wellness program management

Bachelor's Degree

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to .

Qualification and Experience Bachelor's Degree, American Bar Association certified paralegal school

Legal