What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Paralegal/Contracts Specialist position at Acquis Consulting?
COMPANY SUMMARY
Acquis Consulting Group is a world-class management consulting firm best known for helping ambitious organizations design strategies and putting those strategies to work. With our ‘Think Do’ approach, we design innovative solutions leveraging strategy, implementation, and digital services for early start-ups to Fortune 500 companies.
Acquis serves both domestic and global organizations from our headquarters in New York City with satellite offices in Boston, Parsippany (NJ), DC, London and Prague.
COMPANY CULTURE
Acquis is a ‘People First’ organization, representative of one of our core values. Not only do we measure our success through the delivery of our services, but more importantly, through the satisfaction of the people who work here. We have cultivated a tight-knit culture where each individual has an opportunity and responsibility to contribute to our collective success. Due to this collective effort, we are proud to be consistently recognized as one of the ‘Best Small Firms to Work For’ by Consulting Magazine.
We go to great lengths to hire valuable additions to Acquis’ collaborative and diverse work culture. We are committed to investing in our employees' growth and fostering equity in career opportunities and advancement.
POSITION OVERVIEW
We're seeking an experienced and dynamic Corporate Paralegal / Contracts Specialist to join our legal team. In this role, you'll work directly with our General Counsel to shape our contract strategy, streamline legal operations, and contribute to company-wide initiatives. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment where your expertise will be valued.
SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As our Corporate Paralegal / Contracts Specialist, you will:
- Drive our contract lifecycle management process; drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various agreements (MSAs, NDAs, SOWs, DPAs) that protect our interests while advancing business objectives.
- Serve as the central coordinator for the Legal Department, managing intake, tracking, and prioritization while acting as a crucial liaison between business partners and counsel.
- Enhance our legal infrastructure by developing and refining contract templates, playbooks, and processes that increase efficiency.
- Lead the contract signature process with meticulous attention to quality control.
- Contribute to specialized legal matters including insurance certificates, trademark registrations, and corporate filings.
- Maintain the Legal Department’s electronic files.
- Help achieve company and departmental goals through process improvements that reduce turnaround time without increasing risk.
EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- ABA-approved paralegal certification or course of study is a plus.
SKILL SET AND EXPERIENCE
- 5 years of experience as a transactional corporate paralegal, contracts specialist or similar corporate in-house role with a strong focus on contract review.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities, with the talent to convey complex matters clearly and concisely.
- Strong understanding of contract law fundamentals and drafting principles.
- Meticulous attention to detail and outstanding organizational capabilities.
- Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, think strategically, and devise creative solutions.
- Client-service mindset with interpersonal skills that build trust across all organizational levels.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and DocuSign, with aptitude for quickly adopting new legal technology tools.
- Strong command of English language, high standards of professional ethics and integrity, and excellent professional references.
ACQUIS BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Comprehensive health insurance benefits
- 401K and company match
- Competitive PTO, parental leave and time off policy
- Life insurance
- Health club and physical fitness subsidies
- Home office subsidy
- Home internet and cell phone subsidies
- Access to personalized mental health platform
- Education assistance
- Student loan reimbursement
- Charity donation matching program
- Travel to New York and a chosen destination for Mid-Year and Annual Meetings
SALARY:
Actual compensation is influenced by many factors including individual skill set, experience, specific office location, and qualifications. For positions located in New York City only, the range of starting pay for this role is $80-$125k.
Salary : $80,000 - $125,000