Remote Paralegal Sign on Bonus
Where efficiency meets legal excellence. Join a dynamic team where your contributions matter. $10,000 Sign-On Bonus with 1 year commitment for qualifying candidates with 3-5 years experience as a paralegal working in a legal environment and 2-4 years experience as paralegal working on contracts, real estate transactions, and/or mergers and acquisitions. This is a remote position located in AZ, NM or NV. Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC) was formed in 1969 to fight discrimination against the Mexican American community. Inspired by Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez, we advocated for equity in education, politics, and labor conditions. Today, CPLC provides services to people of all backgrounds while honoring our Mexican-American roots. It's more than a job, it's a movement. Join the legal team remotely all while enjoying 15 paid holidays and a generous total rewards package. HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT IN THIS ROLE? • You will assist our Legal Department in all phases of legal transactions, including contracts, grant agreements, financial transactions, real estate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, litigation support, and more. • You will work in a cross-functional capacity and maintain general responsibilities in contract management, mergers, acquisitions, and transactions, litigation, Legal Department systems, and provide support to the Legal Department attorneys and staff in all areas as needs arise. • You will ensure an exceptional level of client service is provided at all times and will be able to work with minimum supervision in performing the day-to-day work responsibilities. • You will partner with your peers in providing legal services to our internal clients - the employees at Chicanos Por La Causa who empower lives everyday. • You will ensure that the services CPLC provides follow all federal, state, local laws and regulations, certifications, licensing and funding requirements. SPECIALIZATIONS • You have sound judgment and a commitment to compliance and confidentiality. • You possess superior written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills and attention to detail. • You possess a high ethical standard, integrity, a strong professional work ethic, loyalty and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment. • You are comfortable with communication orally and in writing with internal and external legal staff in face-to-face and video one-on-one settings, group settings, by telephone and by e-mail or regular correspondence. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES Education/Background: • Associate's degree and/or paralegal certificate required. • Three to five (3-5) years of experience as a paralegal working in a legal environment with two to four (2-4) years of experience as paralegal working on contracts, real estate transactions, and/or mergers and acquisitions. • Alternative combinations of education and experience may be considered to meet the qualifications of this role. • Experience managing a high volume of work and complex legal matters. • Excellent oral and written communication. • Demonstrated diplomacy and ability to offer dissenting points of view in consistently constructive and positive ways. • Ability to generate respect and trust from staff while fostering cross-functional collaboration and a strong sense of teamwork. What does CPLC offer YOU as a valued employee? We recognize that our success is driven by great talent, and that's why we provide a comprehensive and competitive suite of benefits to serve you and your family. Check out our benefits for FULLTIME employees below: • Generous Paid Holidays • Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Days • Medical, Dental, and Vision for Spouse/Domestic Partner & Children to age 26 • 401(k) Retirement Plan • Employee Recognition Program • Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying degrees • Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account • Free Preventative Services & Wellness Rewards • Life + Disability options • Employee Assistance Program • Telemedicine & Concierge Services • Pet Care, Life Mart Purchase Discounts • Mileage & Cell Reimbursement for qualifying roles • Identity Theft Protection & Voluntary Benefits Your next opportunity awaits. Apply TODAY to join our team! Chicanos Por La Causa, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPLC knows it takes variety of thought, culture, background, and perspective to create a truly impactful workforce. As CPLC grows, we are seeking talented employees with varying backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our innovation and creativity. CPLC commits to a continued focus on fair and just hiring, training, promotional practices, and policies. We work for real change and progress in equal opportunity recruitment, hiring, and advancement. Learn more by visiting Apply tot his job