Corporate Paralegal (On-Site)

Position Description As the Corporate Paralegal at New River Electrical Corporation (the "Company"), you will be a key member of the Legal and Compliance Department, providing paralegal support across corporate governance, compliance, litigation, and transactional matters. You will support the Company's financing, licensing, ESOP administration, and corporate governance functions. This position will report to the Vice President, General Counsel or the Associate General Counsel and may be based in Cleveland, Ohio; Granville, Ohio; or Roanoke, Virginia. Duties / Responsibilities Corporate / Transactional Support corporate governance functions, including entity management, corporate recordkeeping, board and committee materials, and annual filings. Assist with ESOP administration and related reporting in coordination with the Company's ESOP trustee, third-party administrator, and outside counsel. Assist with mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence document collection, organization, and review. Assist with financing transactions, including document preparation, closing coordination, and post-closing administration. Litigation & Legal Support Assist with claims and litigation management, including document collection and preservation, matter tracking, and coordination with outside counsel. Assist with safety-related legal matters and labor and employment matters as needed, including support for workplace investigations, regulatory responses, and document preparation. Process and manage subpoenas, garnishments, and other legal process, coordinating responses with the appropriate internal departments and outside counsel. Manage and administer the litigation hold software and litigation hold process. Manage and review customer and subcontractor lien waivers and the lien waiver process for the legal department. Compliance & General Partner with the General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, and Senior Corporate Counsel to develop legal and compliance training content and substantive legal and compliance templates for use across the organization. Draft, review, and prepare legal documents, including contracts, internal policies, and compliance reports. Conduct legal research on statutes, regulations, and case law relevant to the company's business. Answer, track, and manage customer risk assessments, pre-qualification questionnaires, and vendor qualification submissions. Manage state licensing, business registrations, and qualifications, including new registrations, renewals, and compliance tracking across all jurisdictions in which the Company operates. Support compliance program administration, including policy management, monitoring activities, and compliance reporting. Perform other duties as assigned. Core Competencies Demonstrates a high degree of emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, empathy, and the ability to navigate sensitive situations with sound judgment and composure. Builds trust-based relationships across all levels of the organization, approaching colleagues as a true partner and teammate rather than solely as an administrative resource. Communicates with clarity, candor, and respect, able to deliver difficult messages constructively and receive feedback with openness. Thrives in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and actively contributes to a positive and supportive workplace culture. Adapts communication style and approach to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders, from field operations to senior leadership. Demonstrates accountability, reliability, and a genuine commitment to the success of the team. Handles confidential information securely and in accordance with legal and corporate policies. Position Requirements Qualifications Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA‑approved program preferred. Minimum of 3 years of paralegal experience, with experience in legal operations, corporate governance, or compliance preferred. Experience with legal billing, budget management, and vendor management processes. Familiarity with corporate governance, entity management, and business licensing requirements. Exposure to ESOP administration, financing transactions, or mergers and acquisitions is a plus. Experience processing subpoenas, garnishments, or other legal process preferred. Strong organizational and project management skills and high attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior management, business partners, and external stakeholders. High ethical standards and professional integrity. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal technology platforms. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Travel Occasional travel may be required. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is required to sit at a desk and work on a computer for prolonged periods of time. Equal Opportunity Employer AAP/EEO Statement It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the Company not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a veteran, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr