Paralegal, Contracts

Strategic Education • Full-time • Hybrid in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States • $28 - $43 / hour • 3w ago

Fast Facts

We are seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to assist our Contracts team, where you will support four attorneys by managing and processing a variety of contracts and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include reviewing and drafting contracts, managing their lifecycle, generating contracts-related metrics, and serving as a liaison between internal stakeholders and attorneys.

Skills: Required skills include strong project management, analytical abilities, excellent communication, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the capacity to manage confidential information discreetly.

Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include 1-2 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant and familiarity with contracts management software and DocuSign.

Location: This position is based in Minneapolis, MN, with some occasional travel required.

Compensation: $28 - $43 / Hourly

Serve as paralegal for the sales portion of the Contracts team supporting four attorneys.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist attorneys with reviewing and drafting a variety of contracts
Manage, process, and track contracts through the entire contracts process, from concept through negotiation, creation, execution, and renewal
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including internal subject matter experts and business leaders, during contract review process
Independently and proactively engage in outreach to key stakeholders to ensure continuous progression of contracts toward execution
Develop, monitor, and present contracts-related metrics/data reports
Serve as a liaison between internal stakeholders and attorneys, ensuring exceptional customer service and promoting attorney productivity
Manage inbound internal inquiries, independently responding to internal business owner requests
Assist in maintaining accurate records of all contracts and related documentation
Assist in monitoring contract status post-execution, ensuring timely renewals
Maintain compliance with corporate policies
Provide support to attorneys
Perform administrative and other duties as assigned

Job Skills:

Superior project management and organizational skills
Excellent analytical, reading, oral, and written communication and active listening skills
Strong computer skills, including knowledge of standard Microsoft Office products (such as Word, Excel, and Outlook)
Excellent customer service and problem resolution skills
Ability to handle confidential information discretely and professionally
Ability to work independently
Keen ability to manage competing urgent priorities nimbly in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
Demonstrated ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain a positive, professional demeanor at all times.

Work Experience:

1-2 years work experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or project manager
Experience with contracts and contracts management software and DocuSign strongly preferred

Education:

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required

Other:

Must be able to travel occasionally should a business need arise. For most roles travel would not be common. Travel may involve plane, car or metro. In accordance with ADA policies, reasonable accommodations regarding travel limitations can be provided. Travel will be more common for roles such as Account Executives (25 - 50%), senior leaders (10 – 20%) or Capella Core Faculty (5 – 10%).
Ability to work onsite in Corporate or Campus location (in a typical office environment) may be required based on role. If so, this would include being mobile within the office, including movement from floor-to-floor using elevators or stairs.
If offsite or hybrid role, must have access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
Faculty and Federal Work Study roles require access to work in setting which enables meeting all requirements of the role (including computer, privacy, reliable internet access, phone, ability to video conference, etc.) at a remote location.
This role may require lifting, however reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with our ADA policies.
Must be able to meet critical thinking and problem solving aspects aligned to job duties, as well as effectively communicating with co-workers.
Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant. Accommodations related to schedule may be considered.
Able to access information using a computer.
Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

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SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

Careers - Our Benefits, Strategic Education, Inc

SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.

$28.75 - $43.50 - Hourly

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com.