Legal Contract Specialist

About the Organization

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services, and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

About the Role

Provides high-level support for the Legal professional staff, performing contract legal review, drafting, and other administrative responsibilities as assigned. Performs law-related tasks under the direction of the organization's General Counsel and other attorney members of the Legal Department, as well as cross-coverage of the contract management process flow. Reports to the General Counsel and collaborates with Executive, Administrative, and Corporate teams. Maintains confidential information at the highest level and communicates (orally and in writing) with leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in law or related field required, or Associate's Degree and equivalent paralegal experience will also be considered.
• Juris Doctorate preferred. If JD, then paralegal certificate is not required or relevant experience.
• 2+ years paralegal or corporate contracting experience required.
• 2+ years corporate experience and proven professional communication working with senior leaders, executives, and staff at all levels required.
• Experience working with vendor contracts and producing legal documents required.
• Experience providing support to attorneys, paralegals, and business professionals preferred.
• Healthcare and hospital organization and administration experience preferred.
• Experience utilizing contract management systems and electronic record-keeping and filing systems preferred.
• Experience using and implementing AI system tools preferred.
• Knowledge of legal procedures and policies, state statutes, municipal ordinances, and court interpretation.
• Working knowledge of legal research methods.
• CP-Certified Paralegal (NALA) required.

Skills

• High level of written and verbal communication skills, as well as grammar, punctuation, spelling, and proofreading skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret contracts and express complex legal issues in clear, concise language.
• Ability to apply new technology to the work setting.
• Self-starter, ability to prioritize and organize workload to meet daily demands and tight deadlines, as well as respond to urgent situations while dealing with a high volume of work.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office products and internet research.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality pertaining to strategic plans, operational changes, and legal matters within the organization.
• Demonstrates the ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing situations and priorities.