What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paralegal position at Patrick Industries?
Patrick Industries Corporate Office is currently hiring a Paralegal to join our growing team located in downtown Elkhart. The position will report to, and support our Chief Legal Officer in the Legal Department and will be responsible for updating company files, administering contracts, reviewing documents, and providing legal support to the Team.
In this exciting position, the Paralegal will has the opportunity to work within a large, publically traded company who is a leading manufacturer and distributor of components products and building materials serving different Industries throughout the United States including RV, Marine and Manufactured Housing.
Other responsibilities will include;
· Coordinating the collection and review of legal documents
· Drafting legal documents including merger and acquisition paperwork
· Organizing and managing documents, including the creation of spreadsheets and retrieval systems
· Coordinating the collection and review of legal documents
· Preparing briefs, contracts, acquisition closing statements
· Assisting with the preparation, filing and service of pleadings
· Supporting the daily operations of the legal division including governmental and financial regulations
Requirements
· Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, or related field
· 2 years of experience working in a Paralegal role
· Paralegal certificate from an accredited ABA program is preferred
· Experience in preparing legal reports
· Strong research, writing skills and attention to detail is mandatory
· The ability to communicate with all levels of the organization is necessary
· A high level of personal integrity (self-esteem, confidence, honesty, and respect) are necessary qualities
· Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment with short deadlines
· Must have an understanding of Patrick Industries business direction, portfolio, and Business Unit demand
Patrick Industries offers a full suite of benefits to include Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Matching 401K, paid holidays, paid vacations, health club, and tuition assistance. EOE
Patrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Patrick is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.”
At Patrick Industries, our Customer First Culture has positioned us as a leading manufacturer and distributer to the RV and Manufactured Housing Industries. A focus on exceeding our customer’s needs every day; anticipating and providing the products and service which they want; investing time and effort to understand our customers business, products, and needs; going beyond what is expected; and doing what we say we will do, is critical at every level of our organization.
Learn more about Patrick Industries, Inc. www.patrickindustries.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location:
- One location
Work Remotely:
- No
Work Location: One location