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Paralegal – Contracts
Job Description
Paralegal – Contracts
Ready to grow your legal career with a respected nonprofit? We're looking for a detail-oriented Paralegal who enjoys managing contracts, keeping complex projects organized, and collaborating with teams across the organization.
LOCATION: Portland, OR
SALARY: $25.00-$30.00/hour DOE
SCHEDULE: Full-Time | Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM | Hybrid schedule – 3 remote days per week
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS ROLE
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Meaningful Work: Join a respected nonprofit dedicated to sustainability while supporting important legal initiatives that make an impact.
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Collaborative Environment: Partner with in-house attorneys, Accounting, vendors, and internal departments in a highly team-oriented setting.
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Professional Growth: Expand your experience in contract administration, project management, and legal operations while working with high-volume contracts.
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Excellent Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a hybrid schedule with three remote days per week and competitive compensation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Review, edit, format, and manage a high volume of legal contracts for in-house attorneys and external clients.
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Organize and maintain contract files using document management and case tracking systems.
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Monitor contract deadlines, deliverables, and project timelines to ensure timely execution and compliance.
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Coordinate with internal departments, attorneys, vendors, and clients to facilitate efficient contract administration.
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Maintain accurate documentation and support legal workflow processes in a fast-paced environment.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
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Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience supporting Contracts, Transactional, and/or Corporate Law in either a law firm or in-house legal department.
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Experience reviewing, organizing, and managing legal contracts and related documentation.
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Proficiency with document management systems such as SharePoint, DocuSign, NetSuite, or similar software.
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Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a professional, collaborative approach.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position is performed primarily in an office and remote environment and requires extended periods of computer use, sitting, and desk work. Occasional light lifting of up to 10 pounds and movement between workstations or meeting spaces may be required.
READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP?
This position is offered through Legal Northwest | NW Staffing Resources. Simply select ‘Apply Online’ at the top of the post to submit your application. If you'd like more information about this role or others within the industries we serve, we’d love to connect. Partner with a recruiter who will advocate for your goals, provide insight into the local market, and help you find the right fit. Call or text us directly for confidential consideration at: 503-242-2514
Meet Your Recruiter
Senior Recruiter
Maricela Avelar is a Senior Recruiter with NW Staffing Resources based in the Portland office. She specializes in matching talented candidates with employers across industries including Administrative, Light Industrial, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Accounting, Human Resources, and Legal support.
Her recruiting approach focuses on communication, responsiveness, and consistency. By taking time to understand both employer needs and candidate goals, he/she helps create long-term successful matches rather than simply filling positions.
As part of NW Staffing Resources, founded in Portland in 1985, she/he supports temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire placements throughout the Pacific Northwest. NW Staffing has earned ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client and Talent Awards annually since 2017 and has been recognized as one of Oregon's Top 100 Companies to Work For.
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