Paralegal

Paralegal#26-21060 $23.84-$26.61 per hour Warren, MI Hybrid Job Description Our client, a Automotive Manufacturing company, is looking for a Paralegal for their Warren, MI / Hybrid location.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate, schedule and manage the development of new Agreements and those needing to be renewed with Licensees. Ensure deadlines are met to prevent unintended expiration of Agreements Interface and coordinate agreements with legal staff Gathers and interprets complex data Handle a variety of non-recurring special assignments Assist in developing licensing strategy Prepare monthly status presentations for the Client leadership Project Management (including budget management) Frequent contact with others outside the immediate work group and others in the industry outside Client Coordinate and manage delivery of intellectual property to licensees Managing compliance of licensees Other tasks as assigned by management Work within the licensing space, with a focus on deck fluids Draft, develop, and manage licensing agreements with external partners Demonstrate strong knowledge of contract structure, language, and requirements Manage new agreements as well as renewals and extensions of existing licenses Collaborate cross-functionally with company's Legal for contract review and approval Partner with internal stakeholders including Deck Fluid Project Managers and Finance teams Participate in and contribute to cross-functional meetings to support licensing activities

Requirements:

Ability to read, understand and interpret contracts Ability to manage multiple contracts and tasks simultaneously Above average verbal and written communication skills including the ability to give presentations Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Knowledge of Independent Automotive Aftermarket High level of analytical ability where problems are unusual and difficult Understanding of intellectual property licensing practices Understanding of regulatory and legal requirements for service and parts information Understanding Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association standards Experience with Automotive Aftermarket (or similar) Licensing Knowledge of automotive service and parts specific file formats Supervisory Experience Associates, Bachelor's Degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Associate's degree in paralegal studies or equivalent training required. 2 years experience required. Legal background - ability to read, understand and interpret contracts/agreements Ability to manage multiple contracts/agreements and task simultaneously Above average verbal and written communication skills including the ability to give presentations