Legal Staff Paralegal in Fort Worth, TX

In-House

Fort Worth, TX

Legal Staff Paralegal in Fort Worth, TX

Legal Staff

4-5 yrs required

No

Job Title: Paralegal (Contract Specialist)

Job Responsibilities:
The Paralegal (Contract Specialist) will play a crucial role in the Law and Claims Department by supporting in-house attorneys and stakeholders in various contract-related activities. Key responsibilities include:

- Assisting in the review, drafting, and negotiation of a wide range of sourcing agreements such as purchase and service agreements, equipment use agreements, technology purchase and service agreements, software licenses, and operating agreements.
- Managing sourcing agreements from origination to execution by tracking status and ensuring timely communication with in-house attorneys, stakeholders, and counterparties.
- Consulting with various departments including Strategic Sourcing, Risk Management, Finance, Environmental, and Tax on contract issues.
- Ensuring compliance with company policy and regulatory requirements.
- Assisting with the maintenance of electronic tracking systems and contract lifecycle management software for sourcing agreements.
- Contributing to the development of form agreements and processes for reviewing and approving sourcing agreements.
- Providing training to internal clients on appropriate form agreements and procedures, and acting as a resource for contract-related questions.
- Conducting daily work in an indoor office environment.

Education and Experience Information:
Basic Qualifications:
- Must be able to work in the US without company sponsorship now and in the future.
- A minimum of 4 years of legal-related experience is required.
- Candidates must possess one of the following:
- A Paralegal certificate from an American Bar Association-approved institution or certification as a Legal Assistant from the National Association of Legal Assistants.
- An Associate's degree.

Preferred Qualifications:
- A BA or BS degree is desired.
- A preferred 5 years of experience focused on general corporate, general contracts, and transactional matters.
- Superior knowledge of key business and contractual risks with demonstrated ability to draft, review, issue spot, and revise contracts.
- Experience assisting with the transaction process, maintaining contract files, and exhibits.
- Ability to identify, analyze, articulate, and communicate business and contractual positions effectively to senior legal and business personnel.
- Strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks while working in a team environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic understanding and ability to use Microsoft Office suite.
- Experience with contract management software, particularly Salesforce and Conga CLM/Apttus, is a plus.

Salary Information:
- The salary range for this position is $68,800 to $85,000.

Additional Information:
The position offers relocation assistance based on business needs. Candidates will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package which includes:

- An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
- A range of robust health care options for employees and their dependents, including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
- Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, life and disability insurance provided at no cost.
- Family benefits including parental, pediatric, and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account with employer match.
- Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services, and wellness support.
- Annual bonus through the Incentive Compensation Program.
- Generous leave and time off policies.

All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review, and pre-employment drug screening. Federal authority requires employees whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities to obtain a TWIC. More information is available on the TSA website.

Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.