Paralegal 1

Overview

This role supports the Legal & Compliance Department by assisting attorneys with managing legal processes, conducting research, reviewing documents, and supporting transactional work. The position involves organizing and preparing legal materials, analyzing issues of low to moderate complexity, and ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements. Work is performed with increasing independence and frequent collaboration across teams and business units.

Responsibilities

• Review, organize, and prepare legal documents and agreements.
• Conduct legal research and analyze statutes, regulations, and case law.
• Support attorneys with business inquiries, transactions, and special projects.
• Evaluate legal process requests and identify relevant issues.
• Maintain accurate document management and ensure compliance with legal standards.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies or a Paralegal Certificate preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in a law office or corporate legal department.
• Experience reviewing legal documents, contracts, or regulatory materials.
• Knowledge of risk management principles and insurance product structures.
• Proficiency with legal research tools, case management systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience organizing large volumes of documents or supporting discovery.

Preferred Qualifications and Behaviors

• Integrity: Acts with honesty, maintains confidentiality, and follows ethical and legal standards.
• Attention to Detail: Reviews documents carefully, identifies inconsistencies, and ensures accuracy.
• Adaptability: Adjusts quickly to shifting priorities, changing regulations, and evolving legal needs.
• Independence: Works with minimal supervision, exercises sound judgment, and takes ownership of tasks.
• Collaboration: Builds trust, communicates effectively, and works well with attorneys and cross-functional partners.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly salary range: $25.36 - $37.26, based on education, experience, knowledge, skills, position budget, internal equity, and market data.
• Eligibility for an annual incentive bonus plan subject to program rules and individual and organizational performance.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, and a 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
• Generous paid time off including 11 holidays, 2 wellness days, and 8 volunteer hours annually; PTO increases with tenure.
• Paid parental leave and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Employee giving program with double matching donations to eligible nonprofits and schools.
• Supportive management approach with opportunities for career growth and advancement.

Additional Information

• Employment is subject to a criminal background investigation, employment, education, and licensing verification.
• The background check includes an individualized assessment based on the applicant’s record and job requirements.
• Applicants will have the opportunity to explain and correct background information.
• All employees must be bondable.
• The employer is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected conditions.
• The organization maintains a drug- and alcohol-free work environment.

Location

Not specified.