Paralegal

Pay: $27.00 hr/min

Location: Full Time, Orlando, FL - Hybrid with a minimum 2 days in office required

Ministry/Team: General Counsel’s Office

Cru has a long-standing history of being a pioneer in world Christian Missions. We are looking for the most talented individuals with a passion to see the Gospel of Jesus Christ proclaimed to the nations. Come use your God-given talents to help do this!

Our teams at Cru Headquarters are committed to praying for and with each other. Your faith isn’t just something apart from who you are it’s an integral part of you. Here at Cru we want you to use your gifts to further the Kingdom each day.

Who We’re Looking For:

We are currently seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Paralegal. The ideal candidate will provide crucial support in various legal and administrative matters. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for legal functions to make a meaningful impact within our organization.

The Kind of Work You’ll be Doing:

• Manage intake process by gathering and analyzing information related to all new and existing practice area legal matters for all Cru ministries and as directed by supervising attorney(s) and/or paralegal(s). Maintain matters using a dedicated technology system? ensure proper indexing and filing of legal matters.

• As directed by supervising attorney and/or paralegal(s), prepare a variety of complex correspondence, legal documents, reports, corporate records and other material including matters of a confidential nature. Transmit legal correspondence to clients by electronic mail, mail, delivery service or fax. Interface with clients and update documents with negotiated changes on behalf of legal counsel.

• Handle highly confidential information in practice areas law including but not limited to federal, state, and municipal law compliance; intellectual property; legal agreements and documents; data privacy; employment and Human Resources; First Amendment; corporate governance; health care law and services; global matters; tax; real estate; and any other related legal matters.

• In consultation with practice area attorney, draft legal documents, such as licenses, contracts, permissions and agreements or governance documents such as minutes and agendas. Exhibits the ability to think critically, and assess legal and risk issues on a variety of legal topics

• Prepare affidavits of documents and maintain document files? ensure proper indexing and filing of original legal documents.

• Under direction of attorney, conduct legal research on a variety of legal issues.

• Responds to staff inquiries and assist staff in obtaining necessary legal assistance when requested. Coordinate the duplication and distribution of a variety of materials.

• Find your purpose: Join a Global Movement Impacting the World for Jesus.
• Comprehensive Compensation & Benefits Package for full-time employees.
• Retirement Savings: 403B plan with matching contributions for qualifying salaried roles and lump sum contributions for hourly roles, helping you plan for your future.
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay to support your work-life balance.
• Paid parental leave: 2 months for mothers and fathers
• Health Coverage: 98% paid Medical and Dental Insurance for employees/50% for dependents.
• Life Insurance: Basic life insurance provided, plus the option to purchase Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL) for self and dependents.
• Spiritual Growth and Development Opportunities: Quarterly paid half-day with the Lord, team spiritual development.
• Meaningful Work: Make a lasting impact on the lives of those you serve, while working with a supportive and collaborative team.

And additional perks!
Experience and Skills:

• 2 years Associate’s degree

• 3 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Paralegal certification is required OR an equivalent combination of education and experience of 5 years or more