Paralegal, Contracts
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Job Location:
Minneapolis, MN - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 28 - 43
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys with reviewing and drafting a variety of contracts
- Manage process and track contracts through the entire contracts process from concept through negotiation creation execution and renewal
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including internal subject matter experts and business leaders during contract review process
- Independently and proactively engage in outreach to key stakeholders to ensure continuous progression of contracts toward execution
- Develop monitor and present contracts-related metrics/data reports
- Serve as a liaison between internal stakeholders and attorneys ensuring exceptional customer service and promoting attorney productivity
- Manage inbound internal inquiries independently responding to internal business owner requests
- Assist in maintaining accurate records of all contracts and related documentation
- Assist in monitoring contract status post-execution ensuring timely renewals
- Maintain compliance with corporate policies
- Provide support to attorneys
- Perform administrative and other duties as assigned
Job Skills:
- Superior project management and organizational skills
- Excellent analytical reading oral and written communication and active listening skills
- Strong computer skills including knowledge of standard Microsoft Office products (such as Word Excel and Outlook)
- Excellent customer service and problem resolution skills
- Ability to handle confidential information discretely and professionally
- Ability to work independently
- Keen ability to manage competing urgent priorities nimbly in a fast-paced dynamic work environment
- Demonstrated ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain a positive professional demeanor at all times.
Work Experience:
- 1-2 years work experience as a paralegal legal assistant or project manager
- Experience with contracts and contracts management software and DocuSign strongly preferred
Education:
- Bachelors degree from an accredited institution required
Other:
- Must be able to travel occasionally should a business need arise. For most roles travel would not be common. Travel may involve plane car or accordance with ADA policies reasonable accommodations regarding travel limitations can be provided. Travel will be more common for roles such as Account Executives (25 - 50%) senior leaders (10 20%) or Capella Core Faculty (5 10%).
- Ability to work onsite in Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role. If so this would include being mobile within the office including movement from floor-to-floor using elevators or stairs.
- If offsite or hybrid role must have access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy reliable internet access phone ability to video conference etc.) at a remote location.
- Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including computer privacy reliable internet access phone ability to video conference etc.) at a remote location.
- This role may require lifting however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
- Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
- Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to schedule may be considered.
- Able to access information using a computer.
- Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
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SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per addition to medical dental vision life and disability plans SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives parental leave paid time off certain paid holidays tax saving accounts (FSA HSA) 401(k) retirement benefit Employee Stock Purchase Plan tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay if applicable.
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SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills experience business needs geographical location and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.
If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process please contact our Human Resources Department at .
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Proofreading
- Google Docs
- Organizational skills
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Case Management
- Legal Research
- Research Experience
- Paralegal
- Filing
- Writing Skills
About Company
The Jansen Newman Institute (JNI) is part of Torrens University. We offer courses in the areas of counselling, psychotherapy and community services. Visit us to learn more.
