Paralegal

Alps Alpine, a leading manufacturer of electronic components and automotive infotainment systems, has brought the world numerous “First 1” and “Number 1” products since its founding in 1948. The Alps Alpine Group currently operates 110 bases in 26 countries and regions, supplying roughly 40,000 different products and solutions to around 2,000 companies worldwide. Those offerings include devices such as switches, sensors, data communication modules, touch input panels, actuators, and power inductors; electronic shifters, remote keyless entry systems, and other automotive units; consumer electronics like car navigation and audio-visual systems; and systems and services such as digital keys based on smartphone app and blockchain technology, and remote monitoring.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Conduct general legal research and analyze law sources such as statutes, legal articles, treaties, court cases, and legal codes.

· Prepare legal memoranda, briefs, corporate documents, and materials.

· Prepare audit letters.

· Manage general departmental filings.

· Conduct trademark clearance research.

· Handle all corporate filings.

· Draft legal correspondence.

· Coordinate filings for non-citizen employees to ensure continual work authorization.

· Provide initial review of agreements under attorney supervision.

· Provide support toward the certification and ensure compliance with the customer-required quality management systems (TISAX, TS16949, IATF, etc.).

· Positions that fall under the functions of Product Development, Legal, HR, IT, and Executive Management are required to exercise a higher level of confidentiality and discretion in handling information that the positions have access to.

· Assist the Trade Compliance Department.

 

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Support brand protection activities

· Edit and publish legal newsletters

· Assist with departmental meetings and training, including travel and entertainment arrangements for staff/guests and other support tasks

· Assist with corporate insurance renewal

· Other duties may be assigned

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

· Supervision is typically received from the Corporate Counsel or an executive-level position.

 

SUPERVISION ADMINISTERED

· This position does require the supervision of others within the Legal department.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

· Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or paralegal certificate and two to four years of legal administration/paralegal experience.

· Bilingual in Spanish and English languages

· LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS

o Valid U.S. driver’s license required

o Valid documents for international travel

 

· TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

o General office equipment includes, but is not limited to, a computer, printer, photocopier, shredder, telephone, fax machine, and calculator. 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Problem Solving Skills

· Verbal Communication Skills

· Written Communication and Skills

· Advanced knowledge of legal research, writing, and records management

· General knowledge of business processes and ethics

 

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Internet / Email

• Presentation Software

• Spreadsheet Software

• Word Processing Software

 

MENTAL DEMANDS are typically required

· Concentration and attentiveness

· Manage multiple projects and tasks

· Independent judgment and discretion

· Mitigate high conflict situations

· Read and comprehend instructions/work orders

· Respond to unpredictability

· Organize and prioritize

· Relate to others

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS are typically required

FREQUENTLY INCURRED (between 26% and 75% time on the job)

· Ability to stand

· Ability to sit

· Ability to communicate orally

· Ability to hear and engage in conversation.

 

OCCASIONALLY INCURRED (up to 25% time on the job)

· Ability to walk

· Repetitive finger movement

· Repetitive twisting or pressure involving wrists or hands

 

WORKING CONDITIONS are typically required

FREQUENTLY INCURRED (Up to 25% of time on the job)

· Travel with overnight stays

· Travel to and from Mexico