Employment and Litigation Paralegal (Remote)

Overview

This role involves providing strategic support to Employment Law and Human Resources teams on labor and employment matters and litigation, with a focus on reporting legal matters. The position collaborates with Legal, Human Resources, Compliance and Ethics departments, as well as outside counsel globally. It requires attention to detail, knowledge of US labor and employment laws, and the ability to work both collaboratively and autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with internal and external counsel for litigation case updates and manage information in the legal case management system.
• Prepare litigation reports and analyses for internal and external stakeholders in collaboration with legal and finance leadership.
• Respond to subpoenas and requests for employee records or data.
• Assist with labor and employment litigation tasks including maintaining calendars, organizing and coordinating document production, ensuring compliance with document preservation (hold notices), and managing electronic discovery obligations related to litigation and government investigations.
• Support scheduling and coordination of interviews with current and former personnel for internal and external counsel.
• Assist attorneys with implementing settlement agreement terms, including payments to former employees and third parties.
• Manage hotline and centralized policy resources, providing reports as needed.
• Collaborate with HR Operations and Facilities teams to ensure compliance with workplace posting and notice requirements.
• Support HR Operations and Talent Acquisition with Affirmative Action Plans (AAPs) in the US as needed.
• Assist in drafting basic labor and employment documents for review and respond to HR inquiries regarding policies and related matters.
• Stay informed on current US and international labor and employment laws and provide periodic legal updates to HR.
• Maintain training schedules related to Employment Law and assist in developing legal presentations.
• Represent the Employment Law team on company projects and initiatives and provide occasional backup support to Legal and HR colleagues.

Requirements

• Strong litigation background, particularly in employment law; familiarity with US labor and employment law is required, and knowledge of other jurisdictions is highly preferred.
• Previous employment or paralegal experience at a law firm or equivalent paralegal training/experience.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficient digital literacy including email, recordkeeping, database management, word processing, spreadsheets, and litigation management platforms.
• Strong legal research, writing, and investigative skills.
• Paralegal certificate with 3-5 years of related employment law experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Note: Candidates based in the Eastern Time Zone are highly preferred due to business needs.

Compensation & Benefits

• The US national base salary range for this position is $72,100.00 to $133,900.00.
• Actual salary will be based on factors including role scope, complexity, candidate experience, skills, knowledge, and work location.
• Comprehensive benefits include health and welfare insurance plans, retirement programs, parental leave, adoption assistance, wellbeing resources, and travel discounts.
• Access to extensive learning and development resources including over 20,000 courses and leadership training.

Location

Massachusetts, United States

Equal Opportunity

All applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to age, sex, gender, pregnancy, race, color, citizenship, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities during the hiring process.