Senior Commercial Paralegal

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. Support post-closing legal integration, including contract migration, training, notices, consents or assignments, records migration, template collection and revision, and integration task tracking .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements while effectively managing legal processes and records. Proficient in coordinating with various teams and utilizing contract lifecycle management systems to ensure compliance and efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Contract DraftingLegal Hold AdministrationSubpoena CoordinationCommercial Agreement NegotiationMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Contract MigrationRecords MigrationTemplate RevisionRisk IdentificationContract SummarizationDocument ComparisonLegal ResearchNegotiationEscalation GuidelinesPreservation Instructions

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationBusiness JudgmentAttention to DetailInterdepartmental CollaborationTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) SystemsElectronic Signature ToolsDocument Collection PlatformsMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal CertificateBachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Commercial AgreementsEmployment-Based ImmigrationIn-House Legal ExperienceProfessional ServicesIntellectual Property

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support post-closing legal integration, including contract migration, training, notices, consents or assignments, records migration, template collection and revision, and integration task tracking
Independently draft, review, redline, and negotiate routine and moderately complex commercial agreements
Apply and maintain contract templates, approved positions, and escalation guidelines in the CLM system
Identify deviations and contractual risks involving scope, payment, indemnity, insurance, liability, intellectual property, confidentiality, and termination
Summarize contract terms, explain standard terms and procedures, answer routine contract questions, and coordinate with sales, procurement, finance, and other teams
Coordinate internal responses to subpoenas, third-party records requests, and other legal process
Work with in-house and outside counsel on claims, litigation, and discovery responses
Administer legal holds, including notices, acknowledgment tracking, custodian communications, reminders, and documentation of updates and releases
Coordinate preservation, collection, processing, and secure transfer of electronically stored information and other records
Maintain records of preservation instructions, custodians, collections, and transfers, and track outstanding actions
Manage vehicle fleet and real estate portfolio assets, including commitments, expirations, authorized users, lease renewals, opt-out deadlines, and insurance requirements
Support Legal team members and other company employees on assigned tasks
If experienced in employment-based immigration, coordinate documentation, case status, deadlines, and employee communications with HR, immigration counsel, and stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of relevant paralegal or equivalent legal experience, with the depth of responsibility typically gained through 5–8 years of progressively responsible work
At least 3 years of hands-on experience drafting, reviewing, redlining, and negotiating commercial agreements
Practical experience coordinating subpoena or records-request responses, administering legal holds, and coordinating preservation and collection of electronically stored information
Bachelor's degree, paralegal certificate, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Strong business judgment and ability to distinguish routine issues from matters requiring additional facts, attorney review, or escalation
Clear, concise writing and strong communication and negotiation skills
Ability to explain contract provisions and work effectively with business partners, interdepartmentally, and with outside counsel
Ability to prioritize competing deadlines, maintain accurate records, protect confidential information, and follow through with limited day-to-day direction
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Microsoft products, including redlining and document comparison
Comfort using contract repositories, electronic signature tools, and document collection or review platforms
Comfortable with the use of new technologies and software, including generative and agentic artificial intelligence
Preferred: In-house legal experience, particularly in professional services, AI, engineering, or project management
Preferred: Experience using Ironclad or a comparable CLM platform
Preferred: Experience supporting employment-based immigration matters and coordinating with immigration counsel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Optional pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
401(k) with day-one eligibility, 3% safe harbor, plus up to 2.5% company match
10 paid holidays
PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development
Flexible and inclusive work environment
Professional growth opportunities
Generative and agentic artificial intelligence and new technology exposure