Senior Paralegal - Remote

Econolite® is an innovator of Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) solutions, products, and services. Our technology is helping save lives and making the Smart City a reality. If you want to be at the forefront of this intelligent technology revolution, we want to talk to you about being part of our team. Econolite is committed to employing the best talent that will make significant contributions to building a safer, connected world. 

Econolite’s ITS solutions ease traffic congestion, provide safer mobility, and improve quality of life. As the one-stop-shop leader for traffic management systems, sensor products, and services, Econolite is committed to the advancement of connected and autonomous vehicles, smart cities, and cybersecurity.

The Senior Corporate Paralegal, Legal Operations & Executive Business Partner plays a key role in advancing the Company's legal, governance, compliance, contract management, and risk management objectives. Reporting to the General Counsel, this position serves as a trusted partner to the Legal Department and executive leadership, driving operational excellence, enhancing contract lifecycle management, strengthening governance and compliance programs, and supporting strategic business initiatives. This multifaceted role combines corporate paralegal expertise with legal operations leadership, including responsibility for contract administration, legal process improvement, legal technology and AI solution implementation, records management, litigation and insurance support, corporate governance, data privacy, and enterprise-wide project coordination.

In addition to supporting the Legal Department, this position serves as a strategic operational partner to the Chief Executive Officer and Executive Leadership Team, helping improve organizational effectiveness, drive accountability, and coordinate cross-functional initiatives. The role acts as a central point of coordination for executive decisions, governance activities, strategic priorities, and action items, helping ensure alignment and successful execution across the organization. The ideal candidate is a highly organized and proactive legal professional with exceptional judgment, strong business acumen, advanced technical aptitude, and the ability to independently manage complex projects and stakeholder relationships in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

DUTIES

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Certificate, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with a minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate paralegal, legal operations, contract administration, or related legal roles supporting in-house legal departments.
• Demonstrated experience preparing, administering, and managing commercial agreements, contract workflows, governance activities, compliance programs, and cross-functional business initiatives in a corporate environment.
• Strong project management, organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to independently manage multiple priorities and highly confidential information in a fast-paced environment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT

All candidates who accept employment will be subject to a background investigation and drug screening. For applicable roles, candidates who accept employment will also be subject to a Motor Vehicle/Driving Record screening.

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this full-time exempt position is $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year plus benefits. Pay ranges are determined by various factors, including role, experience, and location. The pay range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire base pay rates for this position. Within the range, actual individual compensation is determined by various factors, including location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

BENEFITS

This role is eligible for benefits: weekly pay, weekly PTO accrual, paid holidays. Various medical plans, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, direct deposit. Basic life, LTD, 401k discretionary match. Other voluntary benefits include: Identity theft protection

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, lactation, ancestry/national origin, citizenship, age, disability, arrest and court records, military & veteran's status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, or any other classification protected by state or federal law.

We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.

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