Job Description:
Position Overview
In the last 75 years, The Andersons, Inc. has grown from a single grain elevator to an essential agribusiness with diverse interests in the commodity merchandising, renewables, and plant nutrient industries. But what has remained constant throughout the decades is how deeply we are committed to service. We take pride in our dedication to safety, innovation, and our contributions to the agricultural sector. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are seeking a passionate and skilled Corporate Paralegal to join our Legal team at our Overland Park, KS office.
This position is accountable for performing a variety of legal assignments, including providing assistance with contracts, real estate, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance matters.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain competence in various legal and administrative areas
Assist in the preparation, organization, and maintenance of various documents required for various legal matters including the preparation and filing of annual reports for the company and its affiliates; documents to qualify the company and its affiliates to do business in various states or withdraw from various states; register fictitious, assumed and trade names; manage officer changes and affiliate minute books; and maintain the company’s hCue database
Perform research on various legal matters and draft legal memoranda
Generate and review standard agreements
Assist with real estate and litigation matters
Assist with immigration work, including communications with employees
Assist with merger and acquisition activity including support of due diligence and closing
Assist in obtaining and maintaining company’s intellectual property, including patent, trademark, and copyrights, and in securing or renewing licenses.
Maintain related files in an orderly manner; assist with overall records retention practices
Assist with departmental invoicing, budget and forecasting; manage certain subscriptions and services
What is expected of you and others at this level
Performs routine, entry-level assignments
Knowledge and exposure to fundamental theories, principles and concepts gained through education and/or experience
Develops competence by performing structured work assignments
Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems
Receives instruction, guidance and direction
Minimum Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s Degree required (or the equivalent in work experience)
1-3 years’ relevant experience required
Paralegal certification preferred
Benefits:
We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Generous paid time off to ensure work-life balance including Accrued Vacation, Floating Holidays, Sick Time, and more
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401(k) with employer matching
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Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
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Disability insurance
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Life insurance coverage
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It does not include all responsibilities and skills required of the job and may be changed at any time. All responsibilities must be completed in compliance with all safety protocols, policies, procedures and consistent with the spirit and philosophy of The Andersons’ Statement of Principles.
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. The Andersons, Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace. The Andersons, Inc. is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation.
Note: The Andersons, Inc. conducts drug, alcohol and/or medical testing of applicants and employees based on type of position. A copy of our testing policy is available by contacting the HR Department at
talentacquisition@andersonsinc.com
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We do not accept resumes from headhunters, placement agencies, or other suppliers that have not signed a formal agreement with us.
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