Job description
Overview:
We are currently seeking a Paralegal, Contract Law to join our team in Richmond, VA. or we are open to remote work arrangements.
What you’ll be doing:
What we want you to have:
In addition to the opportunity to apply and develop your skills toward key business objectives, we offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive base salary, comprehensive health/vision/dental insurance, participation in our deferred profit sharing and incentive compensation programs as well as a relocation assistance package. Company Overview: Altria has a leading portfolio of tobacco products for U.S. tobacco consumers age 21+. Altria’s Vision through 2030 is to responsibly lead the transition of adult smokers to a non-combustible future. Altria is Moving Beyond Smoking™, leading the way in moving adult smokers away from cigarettes by taking action to transition millions to potentially less harmful choices - believing it is a substantial opportunity for adult tobacco consumers, Altria’s businesses and society. Altria’s wholly owned subsidiaries include the most profitable tobacco companies in their categories: Philip Morris USA Inc. (PM USA), U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company LLC (USSTC), and John Middleton Co. (Middleton). Altria’s smoke-free portfolio includes Helix Innovations LLC (Helix), the maker of on! oral nicotine pouches, exclusive U.S. commercialization rights to the IQOS Tobacco Heating System®* and Marlboro HeatSticks®*, and an equity investment in JUUL Labs, Inc. (JUUL). Altria also owns equity investments in Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (ABI), the world’s largest brewer, and Cronos Group Inc. (Cronos), a leading Canadian cannabinoid company. At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. We are inspired to bring our best because our unique strengths are valued. We believe our personal success and progress should be guided by Our Cultural Aspiration, a new articulation of what we value and who we aspire to be, collectively. Our Cultural Aspiration respects and complements individual identity, embracing each other’s unique strengths, welcoming newcomers and developing the best, most inclusive and diverse teams. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. Learn more about Altria at www.altria.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn. *IQOS Devices and HeatSticks® are currently unavailable for sale in the United States.
Provide support and analysis to attorneys, Procurement, and other business professionals on commercial contracts for a fortune 200 company with some of the most iconic brands! Have a bachelor’s degree? Have three years of legal or paralegal experience in contract law? If so, we want to speak with you!
We are currently seeking a Paralegal, Contract Law to join our team in Richmond, VA. or we are open to remote work arrangements.
What you’ll be doing:
- Assist the Procurement organization and in-house counsel in preparing and finalizing commercial agreements with outside vendors and suppliers.
- Assist the Procurement organization and in-house counsel in reviewing commercial agreements provided by outside vendors and suppliers and incorporating corporate policies and contract requirements into those agreements.
- Proofread, edit, and fact-check commercial agreements for accuracy and consistency.
- Clearly explain agreement terminology to the Procurement organization and other interested parties in simple, everyday language.
- Assist in-house attorneys in training the Procurement organization and business professionals on agreement terms and negotiating tactics and processes.
- Assist in-house counsel in managing outside counsel review, as needed, and serving as a liaison between outside counsel and the Procurement organization.
What we want you to have:
- Associate or Bachelor's degree
- 3+ years of legal or paralegal experience, preferably working directly in contract law and in contract preparation and negotiation.
- Knowledge of current contractual language and terminology.
- Ability to identify, analyze, and suggest solutions for problems, customer complaints, and internal client concerns.
- Ability to manage fast-paced workload independently and demonstrate strong leadership potential.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including a strong mastery of the English language.
- Clear adherence to company policies and Procurement procedures.
- Strong organization skills, attention to detail and the ability to multitask on several projects simultaneously.
- Knowledge of contract negotiation best practices.
- Willingness to assume additional responsibilities and commitment to personal and professional growth.
In addition to the opportunity to apply and develop your skills toward key business objectives, we offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive base salary, comprehensive health/vision/dental insurance, participation in our deferred profit sharing and incentive compensation programs as well as a relocation assistance package.
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