Paralegal

Paralegal

The Paralegal position plays a vital role in supporting our legal and compliance departments and providing administrative assistance to ensure smooth operations. The ideal candidate will have a background in corporate law and possess excellent administrative and communication skills. They should be detail-oriented, able to handle confidential information with integrity, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions

Legal / Compliance Support :

Assist in preparing and drafting legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and corporate governance documents.

Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support legal decision-making.

Maintain and update corporate records, including minute books, resolutions, and other legal documents.

Assist in reviewing and editing legal documents for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with legal requirements.

Coordinate with external counsel and internal stakeholders to facilitate legal matters and ensure timely responses.

Assist with the organization and preparation of board meetings, including drafting agendas and resolutions.

Support and manage projects in the legal and compliance areas.

Provide support for higher education institutions with various legal and compliance matters.

Assist with regulatory compliance requirements for higher education institutions.

Support student affairs matters and related legal issues.

Support faculty affairs matters and related legal issues.

Assist with accreditation support and compliance.

Provide support for policy development and review for higher education institutions.

Administrative Assistance :

Provide administrative support to the legal / compliance departments, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating travel arrangements.

Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, letters, and phone calls, and ensure timely responses.

Maintain and organize files, databases, forms and documents, both electronic and hard copies, ensuring they are easily accessible, up to date and properly archived.

Prepare reports, presentations, and other materials as required.

Assist with budget tracking, expense reconciliation, and invoice processing.

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and exercise discretion in handling confidential matters.

Communication and Collaboration :

Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including employees, executives, and external legal counsel.

Foster effective communication within the legal and compliance departments and other departments to facilitate efficient workflow and information sharing.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support various projects and initiatives.

Assist in the coordination and preparation of training materials related to legal compliance and corporate policies.

Other duties as assigned.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of corporate law, contract management, and legal terminology.

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload effectively.

Detail-oriented and thorough in document review and analysis.

Proficient in using legal research tools and software.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.

Discretion and ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Qualifications

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience as a corporate paralegal or legal assistant in a corporate setting.

Hours and Travel

A typical work week is Monday through Friday

Flexible hours required to implement strategy, enterprise initiatives and execute deliverables.

The anticipated salary range for the Paralegal is $65,000 to $72,000 per year. The final salary offered may vary and will be determined based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, location, and education of the successful candidate. This information is provided per NYS local law.

We Are

• Student Centric : We approach every task with a focus on supporting our students to achieve their lifelong learning goals in a safe, vibrant and welcoming environment.
• A Global Community : We are one team with an international outlook welcoming the strength in our diversity and the value each of us brings to what we do.
• Accountable : We take responsibility for our actions by being responsive, resourceful and respectful in delivering on our commitments with integrity and the highest ethical standards.
• Collaborative : We support and empower one another through open communications, cooperation, sharing knowledge and taking time to always listen and show we care.
• Committed to Excellence : We take pride in our ongoing pursuit for continuous improvement through creativity, rigor and best practices to produce meaningful outcomes.

About University Support Services, LLC

University Support Services LLC (USS) is an affiliate of St. George's University (SGU), a leading provider of international medical education. SGU students and faculty come from 151 countries to the island of Grenada, located in the West Indies. Our purpose is to support SGU to deliver best in class education for all SGU students. We put a special focus on the growing global need for diverse high-quality medical and healthcare professionals. USS is pivotal in positioning SGU as a premiere medical degree institute through its student-facing as well as functional support teams.

USS is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is company policy to fill positions with qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex (including sexual orientation and gender presentation), age, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, pregnancy, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States (including veteran status) or status as a victim of domestic violence, except where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. This policy protects applicants and employees from discrimination in the hiring process.