Katy, TX, USA
33 days ago
Paralegal II Labor and Employment

Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth.

Job Description:

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent requiredBachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate preferred

Work Experiences:

At least 5 years of relevant experience

Skills:

Experience working in/with employee relations and EEOC/litigation processStrong technical aptitude with case management systems (Legal Tracker, Exterro, Navex) and document management software (Conga, iManage)Proficient use of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPointAbility to remain organized, pay strict attention to detail, and meet critical deadlinesExcellent time management skills, ability to support multiple legal professionals, and effectively manage a large volume of workAbility to operate professionally, effectively, and ethically as an individual contributor and member of a teamAbility to identify key legal issues and develop proposed solutions; Using judgment and discretion in identifying issues for escalationConsistently operate with the highest level of discernment and confidentialityAbility to anticipate deadlines and next steps, and act on them proactivelySelf-motivated, with the ability to meet and exceed position requirements under minimal direction and supervisionAnalytical, with strong problem-solving abilities and creative resolution skillsStrong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver messages both persuasively and concisely

Responsibilities:

Draft EEO position statements and responses to DOL complaints or other agency investigationsDraft employment-related documents, including policies and proceduresAssist in planning meetings with HR and training materialsOversee labor and employment related claims and litigation, including communicating with business units, counsel, and agencies, calendaring critical deadlines, and status tracking in appropriate case management systemsManage litigation holds, subpoenas, document production, and responses to discovery requestsDocument collection, preparation, processingMatter in-takeMatter workflow/negotiation, and management with some attorney oversightIndependently draft select documents from key termsFinalize documents, and collect signatures, including using e-signature platformsAssist in planning, developing, and leading inter-departmental meetings and trainingManage business partner relationshipsConduct thorough legal research of intermediate legal issues and effectively present legal analysisCollect, organize, and maintain legal documents in a confidential and secure mannerReview, analyze, negotiate and process invoices and check requests to ensure timely payment in accordance with legal department guidelinesMetrics tracking and reportingDocument processes and proactively propose improvements.Train new hires in the Legal Department on internal processes and proceduresManage outside counsel to drive resolution of legal issuesMay be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job dutiesAdhere to company work hours, policies, procedures, and rules governing professional staff behavior

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.​

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