Senior Paralegal

Northwest Permanente

. Partner with attorneys, leaders, and cross-functional teams to address legal, regulatory, compliance, and operational matters .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal and regulatory compliance within healthcare and highly regulated industries, with strong capabilities in contract negotiation, litigation support, and project management. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and maintain confidentiality while influencing organizational outcomes.

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Legal Compliance FrameworksHealthcare Regulatory KnowledgeContract NegotiationProject ManagementLitigation Support

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Hard Skills

Legal ResearchContract DraftingRegulatory AuditsDocument ProductionCase Administration

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationSound JudgmentDiscretion

Certifications & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD)Paralegal Certificate

Industry Keywords

HealthcareHealth InsuranceBiotechnologyPharmaceuticalMedical Technology

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with attorneys, leaders, and cross-functional teams to address legal, regulatory, compliance, and operational matters
Manage litigation support activities, including coordination with outside counsel, case administration, document production, and legal responses
Draft, review, negotiate, and administer contracts and other legal agreements
Provide legal and operational support related to employment, healthcare regulatory, and business matters
Conduct legal and regulatory research; prepare analyses, recommendations, and executive-level communications
Support regulatory audits, investigations, accreditation activities, and responses to governmental or legal inquiries
Monitor changes in applicable laws and regulations and facilitate implementation of required organizational updates
Lead and support cross-functional initiatives involving legal risk management, compliance, policy development, and process improvement
Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical conduct

Requirements

What you’ll need

Seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience as a paralegal or legal professional in a law firm, corporate legal department, or comparable environment
Five (5) years of experience in healthcare, health insurance, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical technology, or other highly regulated industries
Demonstrated knowledge of legal, regulatory, and compliance frameworks applicable to healthcare organizations
Proven ability to interpret and apply complex laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies
Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to build effective partnerships and influence outcomes across all levels of an organization
Sound judgment, discretion, and experience managing highly confidential information
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience (preferred qualification)
Ten (10) years of progressive experience in healthcare legal, compliance, regulatory affairs, government affairs, or healthcare operations (preferred)
Experience leading complex negotiations, dispute resolution efforts, or significant policy and process initiatives (preferred)
Juris Doctor (JD), Paralegal Certificate, or other advanced legal credential (preferred)
Demonstrated leadership in process improvement, operational excellence, project management, and organizational change (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

15% employer contribution to retirement programs, including pension
90% employer-paid health plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Child Care Benefits
Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Parental Leave
Self-Care Days + Paid Time Off