Paralegal I (Financial Services, Vendor Management)

Kubota Tractor Corporation (KTC) is a market leader in agricultural, construction, turf, and utility equipment, recognized for engineering excellence, product durability, and a strong commitment to supporting the people who build and sustain communities across North America.

About the role

The Paralegal will assist the Manager, VMO / Senior Paralegal Financial Services and KCC General Counsel and the Legal Department with respect to vendor onboarding and oversight, financial services compliance, financial services litigation management, Treasure/corporate finance, corporate governance and related functions.

Responsibilities

• Support the Manager VMO on contract terms.
• Create, update, and maintain new contracts, NDAs, work orders from internal stakeholders.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of contracts and VMO processes and maintaining related databases.
• Support legal compliance projects, legislative tracking and advice to clients.
• Support litigation management for matters affecting financial services affiliates, including interaction with clients and outside counsel. This includes handling subpoenas and adversarial matters.
• Work with outside legal counsel support ensuring timely completion of projects and ensuring that invoice is completed properly.
• Support Treasury corporate finance transactions.
• Support finance affiliates corporate governance, including annual reports and license renewals.
• Coordinate KCC Policies and Procedures, including process and substantive review.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, or a related field preferred.
• Paralegal certificate preferred.
• 0-3 years of related experience with a degree.
• 3-5 years of related experience required in lieu of a degree.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Requires sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to permit the employee to function in a general office environment and accomplish tasks and duties as outlined above.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life and disability insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA); and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) plan with company match and discretionary profit-sharing contribution, plus optional supplemental life insurance.
• Vacation, sick time, paid holidays, parental leave, and additional leave options.
• Flexible scheduling, remote/hybrid work opportunities (where applicable), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and pet benefits.
• Training programs, tuition assistance, professional certifications, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee product discounts, wellness initiatives, recognition programs, and company-sponsored events.