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Corporate Paralegal/Contracts Administrator

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

As a 100% Employee-Owned company, Robert E. Mason & Associates, Inc. believes our Associates are the foundation of both our customers’ and our success. Our strong company culture, and belief in continued investment in our Associates, has helped us realize long Associate tenures, as well as long lasting relationships with our customers.

R.E. Mason is an Emerson Impact Partner covering North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Emerson is the global leader of process systems and solutions. R.E. Mason provides industry-leading process equipment and service for process control, automation, safety, and reliability.  The industries served include Chemical, Pharmaceutical & Life Sciences, Power & Utilities, Food & Beverage, and Pulp & Paper. 

What R.E. Mason Offers Associates:

R.E. Mason is a 100% employee-owned company that offers a comprehensive, industry leading benefits package to all eligible Associates:

  • Participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
  • Retirement plan, including a Safe Harbor contribution
  • Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
  • Employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Generous paid leave options that include vacation time, sick leave, personal leave time, R.E. Mason Way Half Day, paid Jury Duty, and paid Bereavement Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid company holidays
  • Career Development Program
  • Retirement and Financial Wellness program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Alternative/Hybrid Work Schedules

 

General Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Paralegal to assist with contract review and document management in a sales and services company. The ideal candidate will have experience in legal research, contract analysis, and maintaining legal documentation. This position offers the opportunity to support the company’s business operations through effective contract management. 

Specific Responsibilities

  • Manage the contract lifecycle from intake through execution and renewal.
  • Review, draft, and revise contracts and other legal documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal standards.
  • Organize, maintain, and manage legal files, ensuring proper documentation and record-keeping.
  • Conduct legal research on contract law, employment law, and regulatory compliance as needed.
  • Assist in identifying potential risks in contracts and suggest necessary revisions.
  • Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders regarding document-related inquiries.
  • Ensure deadlines for contract execution and document retention policies are met.
  • Track business registrations and qualifications in multiple states.

Qualifications

Required Competencies

  • Strong understanding of legal terminology, contract structures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly redlining in Word, and document management.
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Ability to communicate verbally and written in a thorough, professional and customer service focused manner.

Required Education and Experience

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in contract review and document management.

Preferred Experience/Competencies

  • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies, legal studies, or a related field preferred.
  • Paralegal certification or equivalent experience in contract law.

 

Physical Requirements:

  • Sitting
  • Using a Telephone
  • Using a Computer
  • Lifting - 10 pounds 

 

RE Mason Company is a federal contractor and, as such, is required to solicit the disability status and protected veteran status of candidates. Thus, you are required to answer self-identification questions as part of your application process. These questions are part of RE Mason’s Affirmative Action Plan and the completion of these questions will not have any effect on any consideration of your application materials.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and need to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with RE Mason, please call our office at (704) 375-4465.

This is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of any required pre-employment and, if applicable, ongoing drug testing, including testing mandated by customer site access requirements.

 

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