Paralegal

Location: Houston, TX; Chandler, AZ; Reston, VA. Telework Type: Part-Time Telework; requires at least three days in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Job Summary In this role, you will support counsel with contract review, preparation of responses to due diligence inquiries, drafting of legal documents, review of outside counsel invoices, and assistance in outside counsel budget management. Your attention to detail and communication will contribute to the efficiency of legal department activities. Major Responsibilities Support business unit attorneys in drafting legal documentation and performing legal and factual research. Review, negotiate (with legal direction), and track non-disclosure agreements. Identify relevant jurisdictions where potential work is to be performed and cross-check and validate that appropriate licenses are in place. Maintain contract templates, ensuring appropriate forms of agreement are used. Manage key business documentation including executed contracts. Support development of and compliance with internal protocols and procedures. Support the legal team by handling requests for information or documentation from business unit personnel. Complete special projects and other assignments as requested. Maintain and properly handle confidential information. Prepare written reports as requested. Coordinate department level operational matters, such as monthly newsletter, knowledge management database, etc. Perform due diligence on potential business partners or subcontractors. Prepare Power Point presentations and trainings. Education and Experience Requirements Bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 5-8 years of relevant experience, or 9-12 years of relevant work experience. Minimum three years’ work experience in a large international law firm or corporation. Minimum five years’ work experience with an in-house legal team. Required Knowledge and Skills Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Excellent organizational skills. Well-honed drafting skills. Ability to work effectively with people at all levels within the company. Team player/collaborator and self-starter. Strong technology skills are required. Must be prepared to travel on an occasional, as needed basis. Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr