Commercial Transactions Paralegal

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, noosa, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover. 

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell’s…

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s.   Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

Who you will work with...

This role will work cross collaboratively with a variety of teams throughout the organization.

How you will make history...

Here, you will make a difference every day.  You will be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and competitive team.  You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire.  

Who we are looking for...

The Commercial Transactions Paralegal will provide legal support on a broad spectrum of contract matters focusing on global procurement arrangements and real estate transactions.  This paralegal will also support the Campbell Snacks division in its direct-store-delivery (DSD) network.  The ideal candidate will be a commercially minded, pragmatic individual that can work effectively with many business clients in a cross-functional, collaborative and fast-paced environment.

The Commercial Transactions Paralegal position is based in Campbell’s World Headquarters in Camden, New Jersey, with the opportunity to work remotely two days a week. The Commercial Transactions Paralegal will report to Campbell’s Corporate Counsel.

What you will do…

• Work closely with Campbell’s transactional attorneys to review, draft, negotiate and manage various commercial agreements with an emphasis on global procurement arrangements and real estate transactions.

• Assist Campbell’s transactional attorneys in advising business teams on various commercial matters, including with respect to the direct-store-delivery (DSD) model.

• Assist with corporate transactions.

• Conduct regular compliance training as directed by management.

• Support organization-wide legal projects and initiatives.

• Provide assistance on additional matters as needed and directed by management.

What you bring to the table (Must have)…

• Bachelor’s Degree required (Paralegal Certificate a plus).

• At least five years of experience in a law firm and/or in-house.  

• Ability to interact effectively and efficiently with business partners and to operate with limited daily supervision.

It would be great if you have (Nice to have)…

• Demonstrated collaborator with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Excellent analytical and communication skills, both oral and written.

• Experience reviewing, redlining and negotiating procurement agreements (master services agreements, statements of work and amendments) and real estate agreements (leases) strongly preferred.

• Computer literacy, including proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite required. Experience with the iManage document management system preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between 

Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.