Paralegal

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and were passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet. Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. Were a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If youre looking for a challenge and meaningful role, youre in the right place. Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the worlds leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting in a new tab. About you and this role Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal located in Midland, MI. In this role, you will provide paralegal support on a wide range of legal topics, across all legal practice areas (excluding Litigation), as a member of the Core Legal Practices team with emphasis on demonstrated competencies such as work ethic; interpersonal effectiveness, teamwork, communication, collaboration, and collegiality; initiative and judgment; interconnected thinking and action; and agility and continuous learning. Responsibilities Provide paralegal services across a wide range of subject matters, including multiple types of agreements, powers of attorney, external information releases, and more. Review incoming client requests, proactively assess such requests for gaps or legal risk, and apply work process standards to complete such requests. Take initiative to ask follow-up questions when requests are ambiguous or lack key details or documents. “Know what you dont know” and refer requests, as necessary, and/or in keeping with work process instructions. Utilize a combination of standards, context, experience, critical thinking, and judgment to achieve best outcomes. Communicate timely and professionally, and with critical thinking, common sense, anticipation, and empathy, to support easy, enjoyable, and effective experiences with internal and external stakeholders. Meet or exceed committed turnaround times and positively impact metrics for the team, department, and Company. Work autonomously and serve as a valued team member. Successfully balance individual success with that of the larger team. Back up team members and receive reciprocal back up. Participate actively and authentically in team discussions and team building events. Foster an environment of acceptance and inclusion through the many diverse perspectives, experiences, expertise, education, personalities, and roles found in a global department and company. Increase professional development through the large and varied books of work, fast pace, and high performance and productive environment that transcends all Legal department practice areas and geographies. Recognize and react with vigor to opportunities to gain knowledge and experience, as well as work more efficiently and effectively, while incorporating historical learnings, institutional knowledge, and strategic underpinnings. Utilize tools and technology that complement human resources and aid in working smarter, including the use of artificial intelligence and smart automation. Work with professional, successful, authentic, highly supportive, collegial, and fun colleagues with better together team mindset and shared team priorities of candor, transparency, teaching, learning, cross-training, back-up support, ongoing self and team improvement, and pride in work and achievement. Required Qualifications A minimum of an associates degree OR 5 years of relevant working experience OR 3 years or more of relevant military training/experience. Ability to work in-office/on-site in Midland, MI, at least 4 business days per week. This is not a remote role. A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated experience, competence, and proficiency in contract/agreement processing, reviewing, reading for comprehension, summarizing, proposing, drafting, negotiating, redlining, amending, and utilizing defined terms, among other agreement work competencies. Interviewing candidates should expect to participate in short exercises to demonstrate skills in these areas. Substantive experience in an agreement-focused role (e.g., legal, real estate, banking, or other contract work). Experience working in a corporate legal department. Experience in contract lifecycle management (CLM), specifically, drafting/negotiating/redlining within a CLM system. Your Skills Communication: Effective written and verbal communication and people skills, including the ability to communicate, negotiate, exercise versatility in style to meet others where they are at, and effectively persuade all levels of the organization, customers, and third parties. Self-Starter: Ability to work well in a dynamic, complex, client- and team-focused environment with minimal oversight and an agile and continuous improvement mindset. Note : Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Benefits What Dow offers you We invest in you. Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing. Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location). Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match. Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations. Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. Competitive yearly vacation allowance. Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents). Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured. Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Groups (ERG) participation. Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey. On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location). Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more. Additionally, some of our locations might offer: Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location) Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location) Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location) Join our team, we can make a difference together. About Dow Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the worlds leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting in a new tab. As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on in a new tab. Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR View phone number on click.appcast.io) and select option 8. #J-18808-Ljbffr