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QTS Data Centers is seeking a Paralegal Manager to work from our Overland Park, KS office location. Quality Technology Services (QTS) QTS Realty Trust, LLC is a leading provider of data center solutions across a diverse footprint with over two gigawatts of critical power capacity under customer contract in North America and Europe. Through its software-defined technology platform, QTS delivers secure, compliant infrastructure solutions, robust connectivity and premium customer service to leading hyperscale technology companies, enterprises, and government entities.
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The Paralegal Manager will lead and manage the paralegal team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality legal support services. This role involves overseeing paralegal activities, managing workflow, and providing strategic direction to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the legal department. This is a highly collaborative and team-oriented role, reporting to the Director of Legal Operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise and mentor the paralegal team, providing guidance, training, and professional development opportunities
Coordinate and manage the tasks and projects of the paralegal team in carrying out the necessary operations needed to support the overall Legal department
Support implementation and usage of technology solutions and digitization projects
Assist General Counsel with the legal budget and forecasting
Oversee invoice payment process and expense tracking
Oversee Legal new hire onboarding and training
Manage the QLDP Legal rotation
Manage Legal team’s internal compliance and audits
Oversee external mailboxes and coordinate responses to inquiries with Corporate Paralegal
Maintain intellectual property assets including global portfolio of trademarks
Proactively design, maintain, and optimize process documentation and memos to ensure operational workflows are current and compliant
Develop and implement best practices and procedures to enhance the efficiency of paralegal operations
Assist in strategic planning and operational effectiveness of the legal operations team
Work with attorneys to support project and document management, and other legal activities
Work cross-functionally with teams throughout the company, including finance, sales, deal desk, facilities, development, tax, and operations
Other tasks and projects as assigned
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field.
A paralegal certification is preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of experience as a paralegal, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong leadership and team management abilities
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Proficiency in document management
Excellent listening, written, and organizational skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Excels in a team-oriented, highly collaborative, environment
Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Must be able to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Possess ambition and an optimistic attitude
Ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving business environment
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, OneDrive, SharePoint and DocuSign
TOTAL REWARDS
This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company benefits.
This position is bonus eligible.
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