In-house Paralegal

Dialight

. Support the Corporate HQ Legal team with commercial contract review, contract management and administration, compliance, third-party onboarding, labor/HR, corporate, governance, litigation, property, and ad hoc legal matters .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeFarmingdale • New Jersey • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in commercial contract review, management, and compliance, with strong analytical and organizational skills to support legal processes across various business functions. Proficient in drafting and negotiating contracts while ensuring adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.

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Commercial Contract ReviewContract ManagementRegulatory ComplianceLegal ResearchCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingContract NegotiationLegal AnalysisRisk AssessmentDocument Management

Soft Skills

Strong Attention to DetailExcellent Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsAbility to Manage Multiple Priorities

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeContract Lifecycle Management SystemsERP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Certification in Contract ManagementProcurement CertificationSupply Chain Certification

Industry Keywords

Corporate GovernanceLabor LawCommercial AcumenThird-Party OnboardingAd Hoc Legal Matters

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Corporate HQ Legal team with commercial contract review, contract management and administration, compliance, third-party onboarding, labor/HR, corporate, governance, litigation, property, and ad hoc legal matters
Review, analyze, draft, negotiate, administer, and maintain commercial contracts throughout their lifecycle
Maintain organized contract records and monitor contractual milestones, deadlines, notices, deliverables, and obligations
Coordinate contract approvals and execution according to company policies and authorization requirements
Review contractual terms and identify commercial, operational, financial, and compliance risks
Escalate material risks and non-standard terms to the Head of Legal and draft appropriate contract changes after consulting stakeholders
Maintain the company’s template agreement suite in accordance with applicable law and company strategy
Administer automated due diligence and third-party screening for suppliers, customers, distributors, and agents
Review screening results, advise on company risk, and liaise with cross-functional teams on onboarding approvals and rejections
Provide general advice and troubleshooting on regulatory and compliance matters
Support preparation and review of employment agreements, handbooks, non-compete agreements, and severance agreements
Support capability, disciplinary, and performance management processes, including workplace investigations
Gather evidence, organize files, and manage discovery for workplace investigations or court claims
Support the Head of Legal with research, advice, due diligence, and drafting across Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, Warranty, Engineering, IT, Sales, and Marketing
Maintain company policies and provide legal input on process updates or changes
Act as the initial point person for US ad hoc legal queries in consultation with the Group Head of Legal
Report to the Group Head of Legal based at Dialight’s Corporate HQ in London, England

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Law and/or Business, or equivalent combination of education and experience
2–5 years of experience as an in-house Paralegal and/or Contract Manager
Experience drafting, reviewing, and providing advice on a wide range of commercial contracts and related business documents
Generalist legal knowledge and experience across corporate, commercial, labor, compliance, and governance workstreams
Commercial acumen and understanding of cross-functional business processes
Willingness to provide administrative legal support in line with company software, processes, filing, and internal controls
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and organizational levels
Preferred: experience in industrial manufacturing, engineered products, construction, engineering, energy, infrastructure, or another project-based environment
Preferred: experience with sales, agency, reseller, customer, supplier, subcontractor, or master service agreements
Preferred: familiarity with purchase/sale terms and conditions, change orders, purchase orders, statements of work, claims, and contract amendments
Preferred: experience with ERP, procurement, or contract lifecycle management systems
Preferred: familiarity with commercial and contractual risk concepts
Preferred: experience working with Legal, Sales, Procurement, HR, Marketing, IT, and Finance functions in a corporate environment
Preferred: experience supporting legal workstreams cross-jurisdictionally in different global regions
Professional certification in contract management, procurement, or supply chain is a plus