Paralegal

SESCO is a rapidly growing U.S. distributor of cement and construction materials and operates within a diversified international group of companies generating approximately $3 billion in annual revenue. Cement distribution plays a critical role in supporting U.S. infrastructure, commercial development, and manufacturing supply chains. SESCO is actively expanding its distribution network through new terminals, satellite locations, and strategic partnerships while evaluating opportunities for organic growth and acquisitions to strengthen its national footprint. The company operates with a lean leadership structure that provides team members direct exposure to senior decision makers and meaningful involvement in strategic initiatives. PARALEGAL Position Summary We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Paralegal to support our growing legal department. This role is a key contributor to improving internal legal operations, with a focus on collections support, contract administration, and vendor compliance. The ideal candidate is proactive, capable of managing a high volume of work, and eager to build strong partnerships across the business while supporting legal efficiency and risk mitigation. Key Responsibilities: Collections & Litigation Support collections efforts by preparing demand letters, tracking delinquent accounts, and maintaining organized case files. Monitor collections activity and update internal tracking systems to ensure accounts are followed up consistently and within deadlines. Assist in preparing documentation for litigation, including compiling evidence, correspondence, and account records. Coordinate with finance and operations to ensure documentation is complete and accurate prior to escalation or legal action. Liaise with outside counsel on collections matters as needed, including sharing documentation and tracking case progress. Contract Administration Assist with the preparation, review, and organization of commercial agreements, including sales contracts, vendor agreements, and service contracts. Maintain the contract management system to ensure agreements are properly stored, executed, and tracked for key dates, renewals, and obligations. Perform initial contract reviews to identify missing information, non-standard terms, or deviations from approved templates. Route contracts for internal review, approvals, and signatures in accordance with company processes. Respond to routine internal inquiries regarding contract status and documentation. Support vendor onboarding and vetting processes by collecting required documentation and maintaining organized vendor records. Assist in implementing procurement procedures and ensuring adherence to company policies. Conduct periodic reviews of vendor files and agreements to confirm completeness and compliance. Help maintain standard procurement and contract templates in coordination with legal and supply chain teams. General Legal Support Assist with managing outside counsel invoices, tracking legal spend, and maintaining matter records. Organize and maintain legal files, both electronic and physical, in a structured and accessible manner. Support internal audits, compliance initiatives, and policy documentation efforts. Monitor and track legal deadlines, key dates, and reporting requirements. Perform legal research on routine matters and summarize findings for the legal team. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an accredited program preferred. 2–5 years of paralegal experience, preferably supporting corporate legal departments, collections, litigation, or contract administration. Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with contract management or legal tracking systems preferred. Collaborative, proactive, and comfortable working cross-functionally with finance, procurement, and operations teams. Sesco Cement is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer providing equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected basis, including arrest and conviction records, in accordance with applicable law. Sesco Cement is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and either need assistance applying online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, email Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr