paralegal II, Contract Specialist - Seattle, WA
Location: Seattle, Washington
Description: Starbucks is looking of paralegal II, Contract Specialist - Seattle, WA right now, this job will be situated in Washington. More complete informations about this job opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Job Summary and Mission
This job contributes to Starbucks success by providing timely and effective advanced level legal support to attorneys. This job is ! part of a legal team supporting the Channel Development and Branded Solutions businesses, with specific emphasis on document drafting, preparation and negotiation for Starbucks foodservice, consumer packaged goods, and licensing businesses. This job also requires organization of documents and tasks and their ongoing, maintenance, contract management, maintaining files and general legal support for a fast-moving business organization.
Summary of Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
Anticipates and initiates routine legal tasks, both independently and as requested by attorneys. Informs attorneys of significant issues in a timely manner. Reviews materials and provides comments to attorneys in the form of reports and summaries. Conducts research, performs a variety of legal assignments, and manages routine projects, including drafting, reviewing and transmitting legal correspon! dence and documents.
Assists in hiring, training and ! advising other paralegals/legal support staff to ensure efficient and consistent conduct of company business. Provides leadership and support to other paralegals and legal support staff. Assigns tasks and projects, offers guidance and ensures effective communication among staff members. Takes active role in departmental projects and committees.
Communicates with and manages outside counsel independently and under supervision of an attorney to ensure timely and effective legal representation with minimal disruption to company business.
Coordinates moderately complex projects or segments and phases of complex projects. Ensures that the project achieves the expected results within the specified timeframe and on budget. May direct the work of others.
Develops and oversees maintenance of document and data management systems within the Law and Corporate Affairs department. Maintains organized files and updated dockets. Generates reports as applicable.
Identifies training opportunities; and supports the implementation of educational tools and programs for internal clients.
Maintains regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
Provides regular feedback to partners and appropriate departments regarding the status of legal projects.
Provides support to internal business units according to assigned geographical region or area of expertise. Participates in cross- functional teams within the Company. Identifies trends, issues, potential risks and liabilities and alerts attorneys accordingly.
Qualifications
Summary of Experience
Law firm or in-house corporate legal department experience (3 years)
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience drafting legal documents
Experience with reviewing contracts
Interpersonal skills
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Strong a! nalytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance multip! le priorities and meet deadlines
Ability to deal effectively with conflicts
Ability to follow through on commitments and projects
Ability to work independently and initiate projects
Planning, organizational and administrative skills
Expertise in one or more areas of law
Organizational skills that result in consistent volume and quality of output
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to analyze and assess contract provisions
Ability to exercise mature and independent judgment
Ability to know when further information or input is needed and timely ask for such
Job
Legal Support
Primary Location
US-WA-Seattle
Schedule
Full-time
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This job will be started on: Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:18:27 GMT
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