Paralegal I

Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana®, Naked®, KeVita® and Izze®. With nearly 80 years of global leadership in the orange juice category, we’re committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas.

About the role

We are looking to add a Paralegal to our Legal team. This role will primarily support the TBG attorney working on Litigation, Compliance, and Labor and Employment matters, and secondarily support the attorney working on Supply Chain, Sales and Procurement matters in helping to migrate a contract management repository, among other matters. Tropicana is looking for a critical thinker with exceptional communication, influencing and relationship management skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation and subpoena process, including tracking, responding, and assisting with document collection
• Oversee vendor onboarding, engagement letters, and assist with outside counsel billing and processing
• Maintain and organize legal databases, templates and shared drives
• Support compliance documentation, reporting and administrative workstreams
• Provide project support for the migration of an existing contract management repository to a new system and serve as legal point of contact going forward
• With training from attorneys, review lower-complexity agreements (e.g., NDAs) on an as-needed basis
• Other items and areas as requested by supervising attorneys

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Paralegal experience – law firm and/or corporate legal department preferred
• Strong background in litigation/discovery processes
• Highly motivated and a self-starter with strong organization skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize work
• Good people skills and client communication skills to effectively interact with internal team members at all levels and outside counsel
• Prior experience in the food and beverage industry preferred
• Experience with compliance or regulatory reporting processes
• Familiarity with standard contract terms and structures
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Active Illinois Notary or willing to become one

Requirements

• Paralegal Certificate, Bachelor or Associate degree required
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future
• Must be located in Chicago, IL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment
• Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, company-provided life, STD and LTD insurance
• Optional voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages

Pay

The salary range for this position is $90,000 - $130,000.

Schedule

Blended work environment with 3 days in office.