Paralegal

We are leading a materials revolution. At Lyten, we’re not just developing advanced supermaterials, we’re about to change the world as we know it. Our team is at the forefront of a fundamental transformation that will impact nearly every industry, making a massive global improvement.

Our mission is to achieve gigaton-scale decarbonization impact, and we’re building a new ecosystem of decarbonization applications to make it a reality. With Lyten 3D Graphene™, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible by improving energy storage, developing stronger and lighter plastics, and creating advanced sensors that can detect beyond today’s limits.

Join our team and be a part of something bigger than yourself. We need a diverse set of perspectives and expertise to take on some of the world’s toughest scientific, engineering, and commercial challenges while also having a fun and rewarding career! Are you ready to take on this challenge? Apply now and help us scale Lyten 3D Graphene™ into all of its many potential applications and be a part of this groundbreaking transformation.

We’re looking for passionate and talented individuals who want to work at Lyten and help create a brighter future for generations to come!

Paralegal

As the first inhouse corporate paralegal at Lyten you will report directly to the General Counsel and provide essential support to a small but growing legal department by drafting documents, organizing files, and assisting inhouse counsel. 

This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of legal procedures and terminology.

Key responsibilities and tasks:

• Prepare for and assist with meetings, including, Board meetings
• Corporate governance document management
• Contract and NDA management; manage work intake, assignment, and status
• Negotiate and process NDAs
• Draft and review correspondence, reports, summaries, and legal documents
• Organize files and documents
• Review files and documents, report on status
• Assist with case management
• Conduct online legal research
• Proofreading documents
• Assist with projects as needed
• Administrative support including scheduling meetings
• Communicate effectively with internal clients and external parties
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive business and legal information, adhere to professional and ethical standards of conduct in all interactions and activities

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience AND a bachelor’s degree in a related field OR equivalent experience
• Paralegal certification preferred
• Proven prior paralegal or related work experience required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Paralegal, legal, or related studies preferred
• Notary license not required but a plus
• Financial, budgeting, and invoicing experience a plus
• Prior NDA management and negotiation experience a plus
• Strong organizational, time and deadline management, and multitasking skills
• Strong computer skills (esp. Microsoft Office)
• Strong interpersonal skills for building positive relationships
• Flexibility for startup work environment

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time, be able to lift 10 + pounds and be able to walk between facilities

Compensations Range:

The expected base salary range for this position is between

The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise.

Disclosures:

Pay Transparency Disclosure:

This compensation and benefits information is based on Lyten’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. We generally do not negotiate on salary once we have made an offer.  The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include location, relevant prior experience and/or education, or particular skills and expertise. New hires joining the company tend to be paid within the starting base pay range noted above, with opportunities to increase pay over time based on development of additional skills, competencies, and company-specific knowledge.

In addition to base pay this position is eligible for tier based bonus and equity, healthcare, dental, vision, corporate discounts, paid holidays, PTO and sick time, 401K, employee relocation plan (if applicable)

Export/ITAR Compliance Disclosure:

Certain positions within Lyten, Inc. require compliance with export control laws and, as a result, all interviewed candidates will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export restrictions.

This position requires access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls.  Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items.  Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions.

Lyten is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.

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