Manager, Legal Services

About this role: The USGA is seeking a paralegal professional to become an integral part of a dynamic six-member Legal Department.  This position will work directly with in-house counsels, as well as with a variety of business departments within the organization, including Hospitality, Partnerships, Merchandise, and the U.S. National Development Program.  This position will help manage the USGA’s Safeguarding Program and Intellectual Property portfolio.  In addition, they will help with general corporate governance and administrative functions.   What you'll do: Review and draft agreements in a variety of subject matter areas, including hospitality, partnerships, licensing, consulting and vendor services agreements.  Serve as a member of the USGA Safeguarding Team, with primary responsibility to review and update program policies and manage compliance by participants, including background screening and SafeSport trainings. Work with in-house counsel in managing the Intellectual Property portfolio, including maintenance of trademark registrations and renewals, issuing cease and desist letters, and draft trademark licensing agreements. Work with in-house counsel or independently manage ad-hoc projects or matters as needed. Manage Legal department billing system and other administrative items. Work with in-house counsel in preparing and managing state grant applications and corporate governance related matters. Where you'll be:   This role will be based at our Liberty Corner, NJ campus on a hybrid schedule. Employees are expected to spend 3 days per week working in the office, between Monday - Thursday.  What you bring:  3 years in a paralegal role, or experience drafting contracts and agreements in an administrative role Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Microsoft Teams and DocuSign Experience with contract-drafting and negotiations preferred Paralegal training or experience preferred Clear and effective communicator with meticulous writing and editing skills A team player who is also able to work independently Ability to manage multiple projects or tasks concurrently and adjust to shifting priorities Well-organized and detailed oriented  Proactive tendencies, demonstrating strong organizational skills and great follow-up, and ability to oversee projects from start to finish Superior interpersonal skills, with ease in working with people up and down the organizational hierarchy Enthusiasm to work for mission-driven organization General knowledge of trademark registration and maintenance preferred General knowledge of data privacy issues is a plus What the USGA brings: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, including a zero cost medical plan offered for all full-time employees Retirement plans, with a generous annual contribution from the USGA Suite of programs to promote physical, emotional, and financial well-being Generous bank of paid time off, plus the week between Christmas and New Years Day off Off-site team building events On-site gym and golf simulator Professional development opportunities