Overview

GCG is currently seeking a skilled Paralegal to join our dynamic Corporate Legal team.

In this role, you'll be integral to the management of our company's real estate portfolio, state and federal registrations, contract management system, and legal operations. Your business-oriented approach and operational focus will be crucial in supporting our company's continued growth and success.

This position offers a remote work arrangement however we are looking for individuals that can commute to a GCG facility as needed. Accordingly, we are seeking candidates in Chicago, IL, Milwaukee, WI, St Louis, MI, Cleveland, OH, or Cincinnati, OH to facilitate ease of travel to a GCG facility.

What you'll do

• Manage the company's real estate portfolio, including landlord and broker relationships, negotiation processes, and lease/sublease management

• Oversee corporate governance matters, including maintenance of board and committee records, and compliance documentation

• Support due diligence processes, data room management, and document preparation for financings and M&A transactions

• Coordinate closings and handle post-closing matters, including filings with federal, state, and local authorities

• Maintain and optimize legal file systems and processes

• Assist in developing and implementing legal and compliance policies

• Manage state and federal filings and registrations for the company and its subsidiaries

• Review simple legal agreements under attorney supervision

• Drive legal department operations, including management of the legal SharePoint site

What you'll bring

• 8-10 years of experience, with preference for recent experience in an in-house corporate role

• Strong background in corporate matters

• Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and document management systems (iManage preferred but not required)

• Expertise in contract management, NDA review, and regulatory filings

• Adaptability to work across different legal areas without specializing in a single type of filing

• Capability to work remotely and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision

• A proactive problem-solver who can work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

• Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects under time and resource constraints

• Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to working with internal and external stakeholders

• Exceptional organizational skills with high attention to detail

• Outstanding written and oral communication abilities

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a growing, dynamic company

• Hybrid work arrangement with flexibility between office and remote work

• Engaging projects spanning various areas of corporate law

• Collaborative team environment focused on continuous improvement

• Join our team and play a crucial role in supporting our company's legal operations and growth initiatives. Apply now to be part of our success story!

About GCG

At GCG, We Make Connections Possible through a nationwide network of facilities providing the wire, cable, automation and associated products that ensure connections among families and friends, co-workers and customers, and the industrial equipment used across the county. Serving a wide variety of industries, our experienced teams are Service-oriented, Responsive, and Values-Focused .

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Job Locations US-IL-Chicago

ID 2024-1498

Category Legal

Position Type Regular Full-Time