Paralegal

Responsibilities

Support creation of playbooks, standard operating procedures, templates and systems for: managing contracts; art collection management; IP brand protection and enforcement; general commercial operations; and both external and internal complaints.

Work closely with General Counsel to support drafting, reviewing, negotiating and executing contracts

Implement Legal Department calendar and track deadlines across multiple departments

Coordinate projects with outside counsel

Preparing, proofreading and redlining legal documents, including drafting contracts and correspondence

Maintain legal files

Perform legal research as needed and special projects and administrative duties as assigned

Coordinate and draft applications for IP matters including trademarks, copyright and design

Coordinate rights clearance, management and compliance across multiple departments

Project manage select projects, attend meetings with key stakeholders, monitor ongoing progress to ensure deadlines are met, and report back to General Counsel

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Certification or associate's degree in paralegal studies

3+ years paralegal experience.

Strong computer skills, including proficiency with MS Office software programs, Adobe software, trademark database software, billing software, document management software, and online research skills

Familiarity with intellectual property rights management

Ability to identify, and ask questions to resolve, ambiguity, and prioritize disparate requests

Excellent written, verbal, and analytical skills

Strong research skills

Ability to prioritize workload, and follow–up and follow–through on multiple projects

Interest in art a plus

High level of integrity, initiative, motivation, accountability, and ownership

Strategic thinker who is able to consider challenges from multiple perspectives

Strong communicator, able to articulate your point of view, collaborate, and bridge gaps

Driven, resourceful, and can think outside the box while managing day–to–day tasks

Proven ability to effectively present and communicate information and respond to questions from employees of all levels of the organization

Sees the big picture but values and implements small, daily positive changes and actions