Paralegal

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact to internal business units to answer contract-related inquiries and escalate as appropriate to Vice President
• Conduct initial review of contracts in relation to risks stemming from contract language, internal legal thresholds, and other criteria
• Ensure all expense reports are completed by USI’s deadline
• Manage contract lifecycles from providing forms through contract execution and maintenance
• Establish positive working relationships with internal leadership to understand critical components of UI’s work
• Support in regular compliance calls with all site leaders to ensure effective and efficient communication
• Manage risk while pursuing innovative solutions or techniques
• Absorb and respond to any grants or contracts
• Correspond with grantor agencies to manage compliance issues
• Maintain annual reports filed thirty days prior to expiration
• Manage, update, and organize physical and electronic files

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal studies or related field
• Paralegal certificate preferred
• 3+ Years of related work experience
• Some experience in Non-Profit organizations a plus

Skills and/or Competencies Required

• Ability to maintain and safeguard confidential information, and to exercise discretion and good judgment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including an ability to communicate with colleagues clearly, concisely, and effectively at all levels of management
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills
• Understanding of legal language and principles, research methods, processes, and other related matters
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail
• Strong ability to maintain work/life balance and prioritize self-care when necessary
• The ability to work in a variety of settings with culturally diverse persons and communities with the ability to be culturally sensitive and appropriate
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• The ability to maintain confidentiality, and to exercise discretion and good judgment
• Expert with Microsoft Office Suite or related software