Paralegal

Job Title: Corporate Paralegal Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Location: Remote Position Summary The Corporate Paralegal will play a critical role in supporting the Company's legal, governance, and commercial operations within a large, international manufacturing environment. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this position is responsible for creating, maintaining, and administering a comprehensive document management system; serving as the primary liaison with external legal counsel; drafting and redlining a wide range of corporate and commercial documents; and performing all other core paralegal functions required to support a complex, multi‑jurisdictional organization. This role requires a high degree of professionalism, discretion, organizational skill, and the ability to collaborate cross‑functionally with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Human Resources, and executive leadership. Key Responsibilities Corporate Governance & Regulatory Support Maintain corporate records, including entity formation documents, bylaws, board and committee materials. Support compliance with applicable corporate governance, regulatory, and statutory requirements across multiple jurisdictions. Assist with annual filings, registrations, and other compliance obligations in coordination with external counsel. Document Management & Contract Administration Design, implement, and maintain a centralized legal document management system, ensuring accuracy, version control, accessibility, and confidentiality. Organize, track, and archive executed agreements, amendments, and related correspondence. Manage signature processes, including electronic signature platforms, and maintain fully executed document records. Contract Drafting & Review Draft, review, and redline a broad range of agreements, including NDAs, supplier agreements, customer contracts, logistics agreements, service agreements, licensing agreements, and other commercial documents. Assist in standardizing contract templates and clause libraries to improve efficiency and risk management. Coordinate contract review cycles and support internal stakeholders through the contract approval process. External Counsel Coordination Serve as the primary point of contact and liaison with external attorneys and law firms globally. Coordinate the flow of information, documents, and responses between internal teams and outside counsel. Monitor legal spend, track invoices, and assist with budgeting and cost controls related to external legal services. Transactional & Project Support Support mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, financings, and other strategic transactions, including due diligence and document preparation. Assist with intellectual property matters, litigation support, employment‑related matters, and insurance claims as needed. Provide legal and administrative support for special projects assigned by the CFO or executive leadership. General Paralegal & Administrative Duties Conduct legal research and factual investigations as requested. Prepare memoranda, summaries, and reports for management. Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion. Perform other duties typical of a corporate paralegal supporting a large, complex organization. Qualifications Required Paralegal certificate from an accredited program or equivalent combination of education and experience. 5+ years of experience as a corporate paralegal, preferably in a large, multinational company or comparable law firm environment. Demonstrated experience drafting and redlining commercial contracts. Strong knowledge of corporate governance practices and document management systems. Exceptional organizational, communication, and time‑management skills. High level of attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities independently. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and contract/document management software. Preferred Experience supporting an international manufacturing, industrial, or supply‑chain‑driven organization. Familiarity with international subsidiaries, cross‑border transactions, and multi‑jurisdictional compliance. Exposure to finance‑related legal matters and comfort working closely with senior executives. Competencies Professional judgment and discretion Strong written and verbal communication Collaborative, service‑oriented mindset Ability to work independently while engaging effectively with cross‑functional teams Practical, business‑focused approach to legal support Apply To This Job