Paralegal

Overview

Job Summary

The Paralegal is responsible for supporting the commercial, clinical, and corporate activities of the Hemostasis and Acute Care Diagnostics business unit of Werfen. Responsibilities include but are not limited to contract review, negotiation, and analysis in alignment with corporate strategy and goals. The role will report to the Assistant General Counsel and will collaborate closely with other key internal business partners, external parties, and other members of the Legal department. 

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

• Support the Legal team with respect to contract adminstration including reviewing, drafting, redlining, and negotiating terms and conditions in various agreements, such as confidentiality, consulting, service, supply, sponsorship, and clinical and research agreements
• Assist with reviewing, drafting and filing documentation for corporate governance matters, including board and stockholders consents/minutes, secretary and officer certificates, letters of authorization, and powers of attorney
• Ensure agreements and other related documents are executed and maintained properly per Werfen practices, policies and procedures
• Identify opportunities and lead or support project initiatives for process improvement that contribute to the efficiency and effectiveness of the overall contracting process
• Exhibit and uphold the Werfen values of honesty, humility, respect, trustworthiness, credibility, openness, reliability, listening to others, and building trustworthy relationships
• Perform other duties as requested by the Legal department

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Networking/Key Relationships

Fosters an open and collaborative working relationship with internal stakeholders across the organization.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge & Experience for the position:

• Bachelor’s Degree or paralegal certification with 3+ years of professional experience, ideally in the medical device, diagnostics, or healthcare industry, required.
• Registered notary public or willingness to obtain a notary certification, preferred.
• Experience in management of corporate books and records, preferred.
• Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement.

Skills & Capabilities:

• Able to read and understand terms and conditions and apply a practical, business-minded approach to contract review and negotiation
• Capable of coordinating and prioritizing multiple tasks/projects while maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• Capacity to interact professionally with internal stakeholders of varying seniority levels
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight and in group settings
• Possess a positive attitude and high emotional intelligence and business acumen
• Exhibits sound judgment and strong analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective organizational and administrative skills, including keen attention to detail
• Strong computer skills with advanced skills with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Prior experience engaging in internal operations projects (e.g., template development, document management) preferred

Travel Requirements:

Ability to travel domestically and internationally upon request if needed (no more than 5% of the time).