Specialist, Legal Affairs
3 weeks ago
Posted: 26-Aug-24
Location: Alexandria, VA
Type: Full Time
Categories:
LegalPreferred Education:
4 Year DegreeTitle: Specialist, Legal Affairs (Paralegal)
Unit/Department: Executive and Administration/Legal Affairs
FLSA Status: Full-time, Exempt
Location: This position is located onsite at the APTA headquarters in Alexandria, VA.
About APTA
Do you want to contribute to an organization dedicated to improving societal health? Would you like to collaborate with colleagues who are passionate about making a difference? Are you excited to work in a new state-of-the-art building designed to encourage movement, participation, and employee health?
Then you want to work for APTA
APTA is the trusted leader for the physical therapy profession, representing more than , physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, and physical therapy students. Our approximately employees support the association’s mission to build a community that advances the profession of physical therapy to improve the health of society.
Located in Alexandria, Virginia, APTA has outstanding employee benefits, including flexible work schedules, generous retirement contributions, and travel subsidies for employees who choose public and active transportation.
Summary
Reporting to the Director, Legal Affairs/General Counsel, this position will be the lead support for the processing and management of legal contracts for the Association. The successful candidate will be a certified paralegal and have a strong foundation in legal principles, procedures and terminology. Implements strategies to support organizational priorities with focus on departmental contributions for Association. Prepares for approval compliance requirements and documents and seeks out opportunities for continuous quality improvement in department activities. Is an effective champion of the Association vision, mission and brand.
Essential Functions
Serve as a liaison to staff for general contracts information, ensuring smooth communication with employees and timely resolution to their queries Serve as lead admin for APTA’s legal software Provide guidance and training on APTA’s legal software to staff, as needed Set up and maintain legal calendar for contracts – advising on renewals, updating, etc. Maintain agenda for legal team meetings Maintain working knowledge of Association’s policy and proceduresStaff Expectations
Upholds and fosters team values Complies with all APTA policies and procedures Performs other duties as assigned to foster the achievement of association prioritiesQualifications
Certification or associate degree in paralegal studies; Bachelor's degree preferred 3+ years’ experience in a paralegal role, preferably in a nonprofit or association Strong knowledge of legal principles, concepts, and legal research methodology relevant to document production in a legal context, or equivalent experience Must have contracts experience Working knowledge of legal software platforms, Cobblestone a plus Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suites Project management skills a plus Excellent communication and time management skills Ability to foster positive and collaborative relationships with staff Notary Public for State of Virginia a plusTravel Requirements
None
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