The Paralegal will work closely with our General Counsel, providing legal support and assistance in various legal matters. The successful candidate will have a strong background in transactional law, employment law, and labor law, and will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and managing legal documents and contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the General Counsel with legal research, analysis, and documentation.
• Draft, review, and manage contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Support transactional activities, including mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, and corporate governance.
• Provide legal support in matters related to employment and labor law, including compliance, dispute resolution, and policy development.
• Maintain and organize legal files, documents, and records.
• Conduct legal research and prepare summaries and reports.
• Assist in the preparation of legal proceedings, including hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Liaise with internal departments and external parties on legal matters.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations relevant to the company's operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Counsel.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of legal and administrative duties in the area of Corporate law, Employment law, Unemployment Issues, and Worker's Compensation.
• Be responsible for the formation of new corporate entities and implementation of corporate reorganizations (e.g., amalgamations, continuances, dissolutions).
• Support and/or perform corporate secretarial activities relating to all legal entities including minute books, resolutions, authorized signatories, and powers of attorney.
• Assist in preparing litigation documents including motions, briefs, and other litigation materials.
• Conduct relevant legal research and other related duties as required by legal team members.
• Create and implement corporate compliance procedures.
• Review and draft a variety of contracts to accurately reflect business requirements; recommend alternatives, additions, or changes, when necessary, to conform with internal policies, minimize risk, and achieve proper framing of the business needs.
• Provide contract support for standard corporate agreements, employment agreements, non-disclosures, marketing, and independent contractor agreements.
• Prepare legal documents related to the development and implementation of corporate policies, procedures, and templates.
• Provide negotiations and interpretation support for commercial & corporate agreements of various types.
• Submit claims to small claims court to retrieve delinquent funds or ensure timely dispute resolution.
• Work with senior management to provide support for documents and activities related to corporate restructuring.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; Paralegal certification preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience as a paralegal, with a focus on transactional, employment, and labor law.
• Strong knowledge of legal principles, practices, and procedures.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a corporate legal department or law firm.
• Familiarity with the staffing and employment industry.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.