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Paralegal

Waste Harmonics Keter · Stamford, CT · Today
LegalFull-time

About the role

The Paralegal is responsible for providing comprehensive legal and administrative support to Waste Harmonics Keter's legal, executive, and business teams. This role plays a critical part in supporting contract administration, corporate governance, compliance initiatives, legal research, litigation support, and document management while ensuring the organization operates efficiently and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, proofread, and manage a variety of commercial agreements, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), vendor contracts, and other legal documents
  • Manage the contract lifecycle, including tracking renewals, expirations, and key contractual obligations
  • Maintain corporate records, legal entity documentation, and support corporate governance activities
  • Conduct legal research and prepare summaries, recommendations, and supporting documentation for internal stakeholders
  • Aid with employment, commercial, compliance, and regulatory matters under the direction of legal counsel
  • Cover responses to subpoenas, audits, litigation requests, and other legal inquiries
  • Maintain organized legal files, document repositories, and records management systems
  • Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Human Resources, Sales, Procurement, Operations, and other business teams to support legal requests
  • Coordinate with outside counsel by gathering documentation, managing communications, and supporting ongoing legal matters
  • Identify opportunities to improve legal processes, document templates, and contract management workflows
  • Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive legal and business information
  • Support additional legal and administrative initiatives as assigned by the Legal department

Requirements

  • 3–7 years of paralegal experience in a corporate legal department or law firm
  • Experience supporting commercial contracts and corporate governance activities
  • Strong understanding of contract law and legal documentation
  • Knowledge of corporate governance, compliance practices, and legal operations
  • Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Sound judgment with the ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving and relationship-building skills
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Paralegal certificate or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
  • Experience supporting in-house legal departments
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems
  • Experience with contract lifecycle management platforms or legal operations software
  • Familiarity with commercial contracting, corporate governance, and compliance best practices

Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience with legal document management systems
  • Understanding of contract law and legal documentation
  • Corporate governance and compliance knowledge
  • Project management and time management skills
  • Effective communication and collaboration abilities
  • Attention to detail and confidentiality

Benefits

  • Annual Bonus Plan at Every Level
  • Continuous Learning and Development Opportunities
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings with Company Match; Immediate Vesting
  • Medical & Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance (Company Paid)
  • Life Insurance (Company Paid)
  • Short-term & Long-term Disability (Company Paid)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off (PTO), Including Birthday Off, Community Volunteer Hours, and a Friday Off in the Summer
  • 7 Paid Holidays

Pay

Competitive Compensation

Schedule

Fast-paced environment requiring excellent organization, prioritization, and attention to detail

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