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GardaWorld Security Services US

Aug 30, 2024

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Saint Louis, +5

Requirements

  • Required Skills/Abilities
  • - Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail.
  • - Understanding of legal language, principles, and processes as well as other related matters.
  • - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • - Proficient in Microsoft office 365, Outlook, SharePoint, Excel, and Teams.
  • - Superior organization, administration and document management skills to undertake work in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
  • - Ability to efficiently manage time and priorities workflow to meet deadlines.
  • - High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
  • - Sound judgment and ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Education and Experience
  • - Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • - Paralegal certificate required.
  • - Some related in-house legal department experience preferred.
  • Work Conditions
  • - Office environment with use of office equipment, including phones, computers, copiers, etc.
  • - Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • - Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
  • - Must be generally available during normal working hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. with occasional evening and weekend work as job duties demand.
  • Travel
  • - Limited travel may be required to support GardaWorld operations.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, organize, and manage a database of contract files. Ensure documents are kept up to date when negotiations are active and saved once executed.
  • Review edits to contracts and triage agreements according to organization workflow.
  • Ensure accuracy and integrity of contract formatting and attachments.
  • Act as a liaison between the Contract Team and other stakeholders within the organization.
  • Articulate negotiating positions to stakeholders.
  • Distribute edited and finalized contracts to stakeholders.
  • Manage execution and signature workflow.
  • Facilitate contractually required insurance documentation.
  • Act as a liaison between the Contract Team, Sales Team, and insurance broker.
  • Track requests from inception to conclusion.
  • Generate audit reports on incoming agreements.
  • Schedule meetings and telephone conferences.
  • Identify and retrieve information necessary to support legal decision-making.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Contracts Paralegal position?

The salary range for the Contracts Paralegal position is $60,000 - $65,000 per year.

What educational qualifications are required for this role?

An Associate degree in Paralegal Studies or a related field is required, with a Bachelor’s degree preferred. A paralegal certificate is also required.

What skills are necessary for the Contracts Paralegal position?

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, superior organization skills, and the ability to manage time efficiently are necessary for this role.

What experience is preferred for this position?

Some related in-house legal department experience is preferred for the Contracts Paralegal position.

Is travel required for this job?

Limited travel may be required to support GardaWorld operations.

What are the work conditions for this position?

The work conditions include an office environment with the use of standard office equipment, prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, and occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds.

What are the typical working hours for the Contracts Paralegal?

The typical working hours for the Contracts Paralegal are from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with occasional evening and weekend work as job duties demand.

What are the essential duties of the Contracts Paralegal?

The essential duties include preparing and managing contract files, reviewing contract edits, acting as a liaison between the Contract Team and stakeholders, facilitating insurance documentation, generating audit reports, scheduling meetings, and providing support for legal decision-making.

What qualities are important for someone in this role?

A high degree of professional ethics and integrity, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain confidentiality are important qualities for a Contracts Paralegal.

Will the Contracts Paralegal work independently or as part of a team?

The Contracts Paralegal will work both collaboratively with the team and autonomously, depending on the tasks at hand.

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GardaWorld Security Services US

GardaWorld: Business solutions and security services for a complex world.

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Mission & Purpose

GardaWorld is the world’s largest privately-owned security services company, offering cash services, physical and specialized security solutions, and with our Crisis24 portal, the dissemination of verified information related to international security. GardaWorld est la plus importante entreprise privée de sécurité au monde, offrant des services de transport de valeurs, des solutions de sécurité physique et spécialisée, et avec le portail Crisis24, la diffusion d’informations vérifiées en lien avec la sécurité internationale.