Paralegal

Altarum

. Support the General Counsel with complex transactional matters.

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $73,071 - $88,190 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal research, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance while effectively managing transactional matters and supporting the General Counsel. Proficient in drafting policies, reviewing contracts, and maintaining organizational records with a strong commitment to ethics and professionalism.

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Legal ResearchRegulatory ComplianceContract ReviewMicrosoft Office ProficiencyNotary Public Licensure

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchContract ReviewRegulatory CompliancePolicy DraftingBoard Meeting CoordinationRecord Retention ManagementInsurance Program AdministrationVendor Agreement ReviewAnalytical SkillsAttention to Detail

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsEthics and IntegrityProject Prioritization

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointBoardEffect Electronic Portal

Certifications & Qualifications

Notary Public Licensure

Industry Keywords

Corporate GovernanceTransactional MattersCompliance InitiativesEmployee CommunicationsWorkers' Compensation Claims

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the General Counsel with complex transactional matters.
Perform legal research, analyze results, and summarize findings.
Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting Altarum’s operations and governance.
Oversee and monitor regulatory compliance initiatives.
Draft and review corporate policies and procedures.
Review agreements and contracts, identify risks, and recommend revisions.
Support procurement, including vendor and subcontractor agreement review.
Develop and deliver employee communications for General Counsel initiatives.
Provide day-to-day support to the General Counsel.
Prepare and coordinate Board and Committee meeting materials.
Attend meetings and prepare Board and Committee minutes.
Maintain the BoardEffect electronic Board portal.
Coordinate Board meeting logistics, including travel and accommodations.
Schedule Board and Committee meetings and maintain task calendars.
Maintain governance handbooks, corporate templates, and forms.
Process Board retainer fees and trustee travel reimbursements.
Digitize, organize, and maintain General Counsel records.
Implement the Record Retention policy and program.
Manage state qualification annual reports, business licenses, and charitable license renewals.
Support recurring disclosures, tax exemption recognition, scientific misconduct matters, and Human Subject Research certification.
Administer the corporate liability insurance program, including applications, renewals, policies, and certificates of insurance.
Review insurance provisions in contracts and proposals.
Manage workers’ compensation claims.
Maintain electronic platforms and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of five years of relevant experience.
Licensure as a notary public, or eligibility and willingness to become licensed.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with strong attention to detail.
The ability to prioritize and complete projects effectively and efficiently.
The ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
A keen sense of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.
A passion for and commitment to Altarum’s mission, vision, and values.
Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.
All work must be performed within the continental U.S. for the duration of employment, unless required by contract.
Ability to work core hours aligned with Eastern Time, unless otherwise approved by your manager.
Remote employees must maintain a dedicated, ergonomically appropriate workspace free from distractions, with reliable internet and a mobile device that supports efficient work.
Travel Requirements: <10%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Medical, Dental and Optical plans
Generous Paid Time Off
8 Company observed holidays plus 3 floating holidays
Tuition Assistance
401K Plan (3% employer contribution plus opportunity for gainsharing)
Life, AD&D & Disability coverage
A flexible work environment
Occasional in-person Collaboration Days with creative energy, meaningful connection, and team brainstorming