Overview
This paralegal role supports the legal department by acting as a liaison between legal and other business units such as sales, finance, and operations. The position requires a combination of legal knowledge and technical understanding to handle intellectual property, data privacy, contracts, and compliance matters.
The role is remote within the U.S., with preferred locations including Dallas, TX; Nashville, TN; and Milwaukee, WI. Occasional travel (approximately 5%) for internal meetings may be required.
Responsibilities
- Provide paralegal support to all members of the legal team.
- Serve as a liaison between legal and departments including sales, finance, and operations.
- Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and agreements related to technology transactions.
- Assist in managing technology dispute cases by organizing evidence, maintaining case files, and coordinating with outside counsel.
- Support compliance with data protection laws and industry regulations.
- Manage contracts within a contract lifecycle management (CLM) system and assist sales teams in advancing contracts.
Requirements
- Demonstrated practical experience applying AI to improve workflows, automate tasks, or enhance decision-making. Deep technical AI expertise is not required, but a mindset of curiosity and continuous learning is valued.
- Degree in paralegal studies or a related field; additional coursework in technology law is preferred.
- Experience or strong aptitude in technology, services, or solution sales.
- Familiarity with legal technology tools, including CLM systems and document management software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaboration with legal teams, clients, vendors, and third parties.
- Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide clear summaries.
- Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Broad relevant industry experience.
- Extensive experience drafting contracts such as NDAs, MSAs, and SOWs.
Success Criteria
- Deliver accurate and timely legal support across contracts, case files, and documentation.
- Effectively manage CLM workflows and collaborate with Legal, Sales, Finance, Operations, vendors, and outside counsel.
- Utilize sound judgment, compliance awareness, and AI/legal technology to improve efficiency and support business decisions.
Organizational Alignment
- Reports to: Regional General Counsel for North America (NORAM).
- Collaborates with: Sales, Finance, Operations, and other departments.
- Receives ongoing coaching, mentorship, and support from the legal team.
Compensation & Benefits
- Target compensation range: $77,000 - $82,000 USD (base salary plus bonus). Actual offers may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, and work location.
- Bonus structure paid quarterly or bi-annually depending on the role.
- Independent work environment with decision-making empowerment.
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with strong employer contributions.
- Additional voluntary coverage options such as pet insurance, identity theft protection, accident, and critical illness.
- 401(k) program with employer matching of 50% up to the first 10% of employee contributions.
- Wellness plan with premium credits and employer contributions toward savings plans.
- Employee assistance program (EAP), concierge services, and prepaid legal services at no cost.
- Generous paid time off including holidays, floating holidays, birthday off, volunteer day, and discretionary time off.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Learning and development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.
- For employees based in Nashville and Milwaukee offices: company-paid parking.
- Remote-friendly organization with colleagues working remotely part or full-time.
Location
- Remote within the U.S., preferred locations: Dallas, TX; Nashville, TN; Milwaukee, WI.
- Candidates residing in Hawaii are not eligible for consideration.