Paralegal (Legal Operations)

Company: Wiley
Location: Hoboken
Posted on: September 16, 2020

Job Description:

We are in one of the most dynamic periods in our history as technology, globalism, and economic diversity create far-reaching changes in the world.--The demand for knowledge and learning has never been greater, and Wiley is at the forefront of meeting that need.--As a learning business, we make meaningful contributions to research discovery and lifelong learning by helping organizations achieve their goals and people achieve success from education through their career.--We may have been founded over two centuries ago, but our secret to success remains the same: change with the times and adapt to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers.--Wiley is a provider of content-enabled solutions that improve outcomes in research, education, and professional practice. Our core businesses produce scientific, technical, medial, and scholarly journals, reference works, books, database services, and advertising; professional books, subscription products, certification and training services and online applications and education content and services including integrated online teaching and learning resources for undergraduate and graduate students and lifelong learners.--The company's headquarters are located in Hoboken, New Jersey, with operations in the U.S., Europe, Asia, Australia, and Canada.--Paralegal-Legal OperationsThe Paralegal-Legal Operations is a key member of Wiley's global legal team.--This role provides legal, operations and administrative support to the legal department.----Core Responsibilities:--Review and draft miscellaneous contracts and amendments across all Wiley businesses; contracts will include vendor contracts, marketing contracts, freelancer agreements, licenses and agreementsSupport compliance with legal guidelines by drafting and delivering educational and training materials to clients with supportReview legal department processes, identify, and implement opportunities for improvement and automationSupport department planning by tracking and reporting on key department metrics, business analysisAssist lawyers with project-based work, due diligence, contract reviews and legal research where necessaryDraft letters and other documents such as rights reversion letters, cover letters, basic and terminationsProvide administrative support as needed--What We Look For:Bachelor's degree preferredMinimum of two years' experience of related work, preferably within a law firmLegal operations experienceAdvanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word) and videoconferencing platforms, and familiarity with LexisNexis and WestlawStrong written and verbal communicationSuperb organizational skillsSkilled at working under tight deadlines, prioritizing responsibilitiesAbility to maintain and handle confidential informationAbility to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment--Wiley is an equal opportunity employer.--We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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