Paralegal

Established nearly two centuries ago FM is a leading mutual insurance company whose capital scientific research capability and engineering expertise are solely dedicated to property risk management and the resilience of its policyholder-owners. These owners who share the belief that the majority of property loss is preventable represent many of the worlds largest organizations including one of every four Fortune 500 companies. They work with FM to better understand the hazards that can impact their business continuity to make cost-effective risk management decisions combining property loss prevention with insurance protection.

Summary:
Conduct contract review provide legal and advisory support and provide risk compliance corporate governance and corporate secretarial services to Factory Mutual Insurance Company and its branches and subsidiaries. The responsibility extends to all functions and operations of the FM group of companies including but not limited to insurance engineering and Approvals entities.

The role will involve legal research and the communication of same in support of the provision of technical advice and recommendations to Corporate Affairs Counsel the Manager Corporate Affairs and internal business units as necessary on a range of Corporate Affairs matters including:
- Contract review
- Legal regulatory compliance risk and corporate governance matters
- Corporate regulatory filings

The role will involve monitoring relevant laws and regulations as well as conducting legal research. For example in relation to privacy matters this may include researching federal state and international privacy legislation and regulations and maintaining a database with current and accurate information.
The role may require some but limited travel and some conference calls outside of typical office hours.

For the avoidance of doubt all legal advisory work is performed under the supervision of an attorney.

Schedule and Location:
This is a full-time non-exempt position based on-site in Johnston RI or Norwood MA with the flexibility for one remote workday per week based on business needs on either Tuesdays or Fridays. This is an hourly position based on 37.5 hours per week. Domestic travel may be required up to 10% annually.

With the guidance of Corporate Affairs Counsel perform contract review for a broad range of contracts including but not limited to MSAs SOWs NDAs EULAs SAAS ensuring that contracts are in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and organization policies and conduct legal research
o This aspect of the role requires good judgment as to when to raise questions of risk and compliance to Corporate Affairs Counsel
o Requires knowledge and understanding of the business and processes as well as the ability to interact and maintain relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Act as an additional point of contact between business partners (finance client services marketing HR etc.) and the Corporate Affairs team or others in management in order to support ongoing matters and maintain working relationships with internal business partners
Support compliance initiatives through legal research documentation and planning to meet and achieve compliance objectives including ensuring that the FM group of companies remain compliant with all applicable regulations and maintain appropriate and effective systems of control and governance
Assist with Corporate Affairs projects and objectives
Liaise with outside counsel as needed
At the direction of a Corporate Affairs Counsel draft recommended corporate resolutions and related paperwork for annual meetings or as needed for banking regulatory or transactional requirements
Prepare and file corporate documentation
Obtain appropriate notarizations consulate seals
As needed maintain and track corporate filings
Perform role-associated general clerical duties as required

Required Education:
Paralegal certificate required

Required Work Experience:
1-5 years experience in a paralegal or contracts review position preferably in the insurance or financial services sector

Required Skills:
Background in contract review general paralegal support legal research corporate formation registrations governance compliance and secretarial matters
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience working with sensitive and confidential information
The ability to perform electronic legal research (familiarity Westlaw or Lexis)
Advanced computer (Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook) and organizational skills required
Ability to work cohesively in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently with guidance and supervision by a Corporate Affairs attorney
Ability to prioritize multi-task and manage several projects at once with oversight by a Corporate Affairs attorney
Detail oriented
Knowledge of legal terminology and principles

The hiring range for this position is $33.56 to $48.24 per hour. The final salary offer will vary based on individual education skills and experience. The position is eligible to participate in FMs comprehensive Total Rewards program that includes an incentive plan generous health and well-being programs a 401(k) and pension plan career development opportunities tuition reimbursement flexible work time off allowances and much more.

FM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting developing and retaining a diverse workforce.