Sr. Corporate Paralegal Req #1282 Rochester, NY, USA

• The Gleason Works, 1000 University Avenue, Rochester, New York, United States of America Apply Share Job Description Posted Monday, September 14, 2026 at 12:00 AM About Gleason With more than 2,200 employees and 13 manufacturing facilities worldwide, Gleason Corporation is a leader in gear technology.

Gleason's product and service offerings include gear and transmission design software, gear manufacturing machines and related accessories, gear metrology equipment and automation systems. Gleason products are used by customers in e-mobility, commercial vehicles, aerospace, agriculture, mining, sustainable energy, construction, power tools, marine and many other industries Working for Gleason, you will be connected to work that matters, putting your expertise to its best use while developing skills for the future. The result is a career defined by you, supported by Gleason and built on tangible accomplishments. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are looking for the right people to join us on our mission. If you are interested in being part of our team, there are a few things you should know: We are energized by challenges and the effort needed to solve them. We like working with people who are positive, adaptable and growth-minded. We care how work gets accomplished and are deeply invested in the success of our customers and colleagues. If this sounds like you, we invite you to read on and learn more. Why work at Gleason? Excellent benefits package including a 6% Company 401(k) match Flexible scheduling Tuition Assistance Program Employee Assistance Program Formal and informal Development opportunities.

Position Summary:

The Senior Paralegal role is an essential member of Gleason's Legal Department, reporting directly to the Vice President, General Counsel & Secretary. This position provides the opportunity to work closely with members of the Legal Department and other business stakeholders on a broad range of mission-critical legal and compliance topics, while gaining the unique experience of supporting international legal matters. The role will also serve as a paralegal for members of the corporate executive staff, with administrative support as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

Supporting the Legal Department with high-profile, high-impact projects across the global enterprise. Help support, build, and implement processes to improve the Department's operating efficiency and to mitigate legal risks. Create and organize standard documents, resources, contract clauses, and templates to assist with global commercial negotiations and compliance processes. Perform legal research, as needed, to support project initiatives. Preparing agendas and supporting materials in connection with monthly Global Compliance Council meetings. Supporting Corporate and cross-site initiatives, such as the Global Sourcing Council, supplier due diligence outreaches, appropriations requests, and the management incentive compensation plan. Providing transactional support for standard agreements, including first-level review of non-disclosure agreements and customer surveys and certifications; assist with compliance due diligence and coordinate approval processes. Support use and expansion of company's contract lifecycle management tool and coordinate roll-outs of new features and functionality. Draft and/or update and file a wide variety of legal documents and contracts (including sales representative agreements, intercompany agreements, and amendments). Assisting with corporate administrative and governance matters, including: Drafting, organizing, and maintaining corporate documents and filings. Tracking deadlines and maintaining the corporate compliance calendar. Supporting entity management, including internal consolidations, mergers, and dissolutions. Assist in maintaining minute books and other corporate records for Gleason entities. Proactively managing equity security matters and coordinating associated transactions. Assisting with organizing Company Board meetings, preparing supporting documentation and meeting materials, and providing additional support as needed. Assisting with IP management in support of Gleason's Director, Intellectual Property; assist with patent and trademark filings and tax processing. Assist with real estate, financing, M&A and other strategic transactions, HR, and litigation matters as needed. Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• To be successful in this role, collaboration, engagement, accountability, and a positive attitude - along with a strong desire to learn and take on new challenges - are key.
• Must possess strong organizational, time management, and communication (both written and oral) skills.
• Must be a self-starter, highly motivated, detail-oriented, possess a good work ethic, and demonstrate an ability to operate proactively and independently; demonstrated legal project management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and interact effectively with individuals cross-functionally and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to juggle multiple competing projects at the same time, act quickly when required by time-sensitive business needs, and reprioritize/pivot as the requirements evolve.
• Working knowledge of general contract provisions or eagerness to develop skills in this area is a plus.

Preferred Education/Training/Experience:

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree, paralegal certificate, or commensurate experience is required.

Computer Skills:

• Knowledge and advanced proficiency with software programs such as: Adobe Acrobat, Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Technical savviness, familiarity with AI solutions, and eagerness to understand and unlock how technology can increase the Legal Department's efficiency.
• Familiarity with contract lifecycle management tools a plus.

The salary range in this posting depends on qualifications and experience. Actual compensation may vary, and this job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors including work schedule, shift premiums, and overtime. Gleason is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to age, disability, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

OFFICE ENVIRONMENT PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that would need to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees are required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their manager or supervisor.

DISCLAIMER

The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an all inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities. The omission of specific statements or duties and responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change. Job Details Job Family

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