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Job Description
As Pittsburgh’s largest non-profit developer, ACTION-Housing exists to help people improve their lives by offering quality, affordable housing. We pride ourselves on helping all of our clients to achieve more self-sufficient lives. Since 1957, we’ve assisted a wide array of populations throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania, focusing on those generally underserved by traditional services including senior citizens, veterans, individuals with physical and/or intellectual disabilities, individuals on the autism spectrum, and youths who have aged out of foster care.
To further our mission, we are looking for a Corporate Paralegal.
JOB SUMMARY
The Corporate Paralegal will serve as the primary legal support professional to the General Counsel. This role requires a resourceful, detail-oriented individual who can independently manage contracts, maintain corporate entities, and assist with a wide range of legal and administrative responsibilities. This position is critical to ensuring the efficiency, organization, and effectiveness of the agency’s legal operations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Contract Management
- Assist with development and implementation of contract lifecyle management system
- Track key contract terms, obligations, deadlines, and renewals
- Coordinate contract approvals and execution processes
- Assist with contract negotiations and drafting documents
- Corporate Entity Management
- Maintain corporate records, minute books, and governance documents for corporate entities
- Prepare and file annual reports and other state or regulatory filings
- Coordinate board of directors and member meetings, including preparation of agendas, resolutions, and minutes
- Manage entity databases and ensure accuracy of organizational records
- Assist with winding down corporate entities
- Compliance and Regulatory Support
- Support the development, implementation, and monitoring of corporate compliance programs
- Conduct research on applicable laws
- Assist with internal audits, risk assessments, and policy updates
- Track and ensure timely completion of required filings and certifications
- General Legal Support
- Assist with litigation management, including document collection, organization, and coordination with outside counsel
- Manage legal department calendars, deadlines, and document repositories
- Assist in the development and maintenance of legal templates
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree required
- At least three years of relevant experience required
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Strong knowledge of contract principles and procedures and corporate governance
- Superior attention to detail
- Excellent collaboration, communication and organizational skills
- Ability to coordinate complex tasks with multiple stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- General office environment
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device
- The employee frequently is required to sit and reach and must be able to move around the work environment
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
EEO CLAUSE
ACTION-Housing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
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