Paralegal (Commercial Contracts)

Have you ever thought about a career in the fast-paced precious metals industry? If so, here is your golden opportunity and the timing couldn’t be better!

We are seeking a Paralegal with commercial contract experience to become an integral part of our team!

Keys to Success:

• Motivated: You are a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced transactional environments and are excited to learn about new industries.
• Detail Oriented: You have a quick mind for accuracy and have the uncanny ability to spot errors.
• Experienced Communicator: You are willing to pick up the phone and can resolve issues clearly and efficiently.

Responsibilities: Reporting to our Corporate Counsel, the Paralegal will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Preparing customer and vendor agreements.
• Completing questionnaires and forms from vendors.
• Drafting contract templates.
• Maintaining the corporate contract database.
• Assisting with litigation matters, such as consolidating information and drafting responses to respond to discovery requests.
• Providing legal support and guidance to business partners to ensure contract terms meet business needs within acceptable risk tolerance thresholds.
• Identifying contractual risks and providing advice to internal business partners.
• Performing research and analysis on topics relevant to Upstate’s business.
• Ensuring the accuracy of agreements, addendums and amendments.
• Assisting with other issues as identified, including corporate and compliance filings.
• Maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information and handling issues with the highest level of integrity.
• Additional duties assigned by management, as needed.

• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal certificate
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience
• Familiarity with legal concepts such as limitation of liability, indemnification, and confidentiality
• Detail oriented
• Critical thinking
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must have the ability and desire to learn new programs and systems.

Total Rewards Package:

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Annual performance bonus opportunity based on meeting/exceeding project management metrics and KPIs
• Up to 6% company match on 401(k)
• Employer-paid profit-sharing and cash balance plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and Employee Assistance plans
• HSA and FSA plans (pre-tax benefit)
• Company paid STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D
• Supplemental coverage available, including Critical Illness, Accident, Hospitalization, and Pet
• PTO and paid holidays
• On-the-job training and opportunities for advancement