Paralegal

Job Summary

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. This position supports the legal team by administering legal documentation, coordinating with internal and external parties, conducting legal research, and performing administrative tasks related to litigation and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Administers legal documentation and records, ensuring all files are properly organized and easily accessible for the legal team.
• Captures and maintains up-to-date records of contracts, corporate governance documents, and other legal materials.
• Collaborates with internal departments and external parties, ensuring that necessary legal documents are processed and filed correctly.
• Interprets and analyzes legal documents, including contracts, regulatory filings, and corporate policies.
• Conducts legal research on issues related to the electrical industry, identifying relevant case law, statutes, regulations, and industry-specific guidelines.
• Performs administrative tasks related to litigation and compliance, including managing deadlines, preparing documents for court filings, and assisting with discovery.
• Maintains compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, ensuring that all contracts, projects, and operations meet legal standards.
• Coordinates with external legal counsel, assisting with the preparation of materials for ongoing litigation and ensuring that the legal team is informed of important developments.
• Monitors legislative changes and identifies potential impacts on company operations and contracts.
• Provides guidance to junior staff members, sharing knowledge of legal processes, documents, and best practices.

Required Education & Experience

• Minimum Education Level: High School Diploma
• Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

• Minimum Education Level: Associate’s Degree
• Licenses/Certificates: Paralegal or Project Management Certification
• Years of Experience: 8-11 Years

Benefits

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Physical Requirements

• Moving: 5%
• Standing: 10%
• Sitting: 80%
• Walking: 5%

Working Conditions

• Office

Equipment

• Computer
• Keyboard

Competencies

• Skills

Equal Opportunity Employer