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We’re a high-growth software company with a big mission: empowering K-12 district teams to do more with less.
At LINQ, we get K12. That’s why we help districts transform K-12 school operations with best-in-class, cloud-based software solutions built to help districts return more resources to classrooms. Integrating finance, HR, nutrition management, and payments into a single, secure platform, LINQ reduces administrative burden. LINQ is trusted by 30% of school districts across the U.S. to help them operate more efficiently and serve over 1 billion meals to 17 million students annually, process payroll for 364,000 educators, administrators, and staff, and engage with millions of families through the free LINQ Connect app.
Our team? They’re talented, committed, and fiercely loyal problem-solvers. At LINQ, you’ll find challenging and meaningful work, a team that respects and uplifts one another, and a commitment to constant improvement. Our customers love us because we’re attentive, patient, communicative, and solutions focused. They know they can count on us to not only anticipate their needs but to deliver the right answer every time.
About The Role:
- As a Corporate Paralegal you will provide support and report to the Commercial Counsel. You’ll collaborate with the Commercial Counsel to support sales, finance, marketing, and privacy issues on commercial contract matters. You'll handle RFPs and customer contracts that are vital to our operations, coordinating agreements to ensure efficient and accurate contract negotiation, execution, and management. We are looking for a candidate with strong communication and interpersonal skills who is eager to help build our legal function from the ground up. If you're excited by the opportunity to shape the future and be a key player in our success story, we want you on our team!
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Collaborate with the Commercial Counsel to build and coordinate the contract process between the Sales, RFP, and Legal team.
- Streamline the initial triage of all contract requests by ensuring contract requests are properly scoped, include historical documents, and have clear turnaround times communicated.
- Creates and manages legal ticketing system, contract repository, and ensures accurate and up-to-date records.
- Assists with legal research and document preparation as needed.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues across various departments as well as external vendors and customers.
- Perform the initial review, revision, and drafting of a variety of commercial contracts/agreements (e.g. Data Privacy Agreements, Request for Proposal, Privacy Questionnaires, Non- disclosure Agreements, Vendor Agreements).
What We Are Looking For:
- Experience working with an in-house legal team as a contracts specialist/administrator or paralegal.
- Experience managing a high volume of contract transactions for a technology company.
- Keen to make an immediate contribution to a legal team and enthusiastic about establishing a legal function.
- A passion to help LINQ achieve its mission: To empower K‑12 leaders to bring strength and stability to every school in America.
What Will Make You Stand Out:
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree (required)
Paralegal certification (preferred)
Job Knowledge/Minimum Work Experience
- 3-5+ years as a contracts specialist/administrator or paralegal.
Computer/Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in MS Office applications
- Experience managing a Contract Management System
- Preferred: Experience in creating a Contract Management System (e.g. building workflows, identifying key stakeholders, etc.)
🌎Flex Your Workspace: Work remote from one of our eligible states across the US, or if you’re near Austin three days in office a week!
💰Planning Your Future: Our 401(k) plan comes with a 4% employer match on total earnings (not just your base salary).
💸Performance Pays Off: Whether it’s a company bonus or target sales commission, your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.
🌴Vacation Your Way: Our flexible Open Paid Time Off Plan lets you take the time you need, when you need it.
👶Paid Parental Leave: Take the time you need to welcome your new addition – We’ve got you covered!
🎉Ten Paid Corporate Holidays: Enjoy a little extra downtime to relax and recharge with the ten paid holidays each year.
❤️Giving Back: Feel good while doing good – 16 paid volunteer hours to support the causes that matter most to you. #LINQCares
🏥Benefits That Have Your Back (And Teeth, Too!): Rock-solid medical, dental and vision coverage. Pick your vibe: a low deductible PPO and pair with an FSA or a HDHP with a sweet HSA – with contributions from LINQ. Dental perks that even cover braces for the kiddos.
💪Wellness Perks: Employer-paid Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D insurance. Gym reimbursements and tons of extra savings on travel assistance, employee assistance, and even pet insurance options.
📚Grow With Us: Invest in yourself with professional development opportunities to keep leveling up your skills.
🎁Rewards For Referrals: Got an amazing candidate in your network? Send them our way and earn a referral bonus when they join the team!
