Legal and Compliance Paralegal

Legal Assistant

Full-time – Cypress, CA

At ECOS®, we are a women‑led company with a mission to create plant‑powered laundry detergents and cleaners that are safer for people, pets and the planet. As a Climate Positive company, we restore more than 100 % of our carbon, water, and energy use back to the earth in our four manufacturing facilities right here in the USA.

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑oriented Legal Assistant to join our in‑house legal team. This role will support the Legal Department in managing general department matters, including contract administration, litigation management, intellectual property portfolio management, compliance, and regulatory filings. Draft, review, and maintain contracts, NDAs, and other legal documents.

General legal department organization and management of projects.

Conduct legal research on legal compliance issues.

Manage contract lifecycle, including tracking deadlines and renewals.

Coordinate with internal departments to ensure legal needs are met.

Maintain accurate and organized legal files and databases.

Prepare and file regulatory documents with government agencies as needed.

Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field (or equivalent experience).

Paralegal certification preferred.

3+ years of experience in a corporate or in‑house setting.

Strong understanding of contract law, intellectual property law, corporate governance, and compliance.

Proficiency in Microsoft Worksuite, and legal document management systems.

Strong written and verbal communication abilities, along with ability to maintain confidentiality for sensitive projects.

Comprehensive group insurance including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, and supplemental insurance plans including accident and critical illness.

Ten paid holidays per year including your birthday.

Sustainability incentives for purchasing eco‑friendly car.

Equal Opportunity Employer/minority/female/disability/veteran.