Corporate Paralegal

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Balchem Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets specialty ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of life on the planet, providing state-of-the-art solutions and the finest quality products for a range of industries worldwide. Our corporate headquarters is located in Montvale, New Jersey and we have a broad network of sales offices, manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the US and Europe. Founded in 1967, Balchem is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ BCPC) with annual revenues over $950 million and a market cap exceeding $5.0 billion. The company consists of three business segments: Human Nutrition & Health; Animal Nutrition & Health; and Specialty Products. Balchem employs nearly 1,400 people worldwide who are engaged in diverse activities, committed to developing the company into global market leadership positions. To learn more about our dynamic, stable and growing company, visit www.balchem.com.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Corporate Paralegal provides essential legal and administrative support within the Legal Department, focusing primarily on corporate matters, with additional administrative, compliance, and insurance-related responsibilities. This role involves performing a wide range of legal, research, administrative, and clerical tasks that require strong attention to detail and a solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures. Compensation package is commensurate with experience and Balchem offers generous benefits which include medical, dental, vision, 401K with company match and a hybrid work model.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Corporate Governance: Manage corporate entity records, prepare and file annual reports, and assist with corporate maintenance and governance activities. Draft various resolutions in conjunction with or under the supervision of counsel; liase with non-U.S. colleagues and outside counsel, as needed, for non-U.S. entities. Support Chief Legal Officer & Secretary on Board-related administrative tasks, as needed.
• Insurance: Facilitate information gathering for corporate insurance applications and claims.
• Compliance: Track compliance training and administer various compliance training programs.
• Legal & Administrative Assistance: Support attorneys and team members with document preparation, scheduling, and other administrative tasks as needed.

This position requires strong organizational and problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Education/Experience: College diploma or equivalent preferred, plus at least three years of experience or combination of experience and specialized paralegal or legal secretarial education.
• Completion of an ABA-approved paralegal program is strongly preferred.
• Experience in a corporate legal department is preferred.
• Experience with corporate entity maintenance, including maintenance of corporate books.
• Ability to compose, type and assemble information in proper legal form.
• Ability to conduct legal research based on instructions from an attorney.
• Set up and maintain a wide variety of legal files, records and reports.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment on various matters of significance.
• Follow complex oral and written instructions.
• Prepare routine legal documents without the assistance of an attorney.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Commute to our Montvale, NJ headquarters
• Hybrid work model (expected to be in the office at least three days a week).
• Highest level of integrity, sound judgment and strong work ethic.
• Ability to multi-task, take initiative and be adaptable.
• Maintain regular office hours.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Analyze situations and adopts effective course of action.
• Type accurately at speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Ability to organize and prioritize various demands to meet deadlines.
• Ability to efficiently accomplish the above duties and responsibilities.
• Knowledge of basic legal concepts, principles, and procedures including calendaring and filing practices; legal and business terminology; MS Office suite including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; operation of basic office equipment including computer and telephone.