Paralegal

Location: Charleston, South Carolina, US

Reporting to: Head of Legal – US

SHL Medical is the world-leading solution provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced drug delivery systems with more than 5000 employees worldwide. Our customers include top pharmaceutical and biotech companies from around the globe that require innovative devices such as auto-injectors or pen injectors to effectively deliver their drugs. Headquartered in Switzerland since late 2018, with sites in Sweden, Taiwan, and the United States.

Job Overview

We are looking for a highly motivated and engaged personality with a hands-on working style to join a growing Legal team. In this role, you will support two attorneys who handle US-based matters and also work alongside our global Legal team in Switzerland and Taiwan. You will report directly to the Head of Legal – US.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare and file legal documents related to corporate governance, such as formation and foreign registration documents, amendments, annual reports, bylaws, and operating agreements.
• Assist in drafting and negotiating confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements for US-based pharmaceutical customers and vendors.
• Maintain and organize corporate records, including minute books, officer resolutions, agreements, and other essential documents.
• Assist in due diligence activities for mergers, acquisitions, financing, and other corporate transactions.
• Conduct research on legal issues and regulatory requirements as needed.
• Communicate with internal stakeholders and external parties to gather and maintain necessary information and documents.
• Prepare and distribute agendas, materials, and minutes for internal meetings between Legal and other departments.
• Coordinate with other departments, including Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Human Resources on special projects as needed.
• Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, managing calendars, scheduling travel, and filing expense reports.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree and/or paralegal certificate required
• 2-3 years relevant paralegal work experience required
• Proficient with Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, & SharePoint)
• Excellent writing, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a growing team
• Ability to work with cross-function and cross-border departments
• Experience in corporate or in-house setting highly preferred
• Experience with online contract management system preferred

We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies
• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry
• Position in a dynamic, international team of highly skilled professionals
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization

Please note that SHL is a drug free employer. This offer of employment is contingent upon your successful completion of various preemployment screenings, including, but not limited to, a drug test, employment verification, reference checks, and a criminal background check.

Interested in joining SHL Medical and in supporting us with your expertise and personality? Then we look forward to receiving your application including your CV, motivation letter, and all other relevant documents to our Talent Acquisition Department at RecruitUS@shl-group.com.

Please note: For this position, we do not consider applications from recruitment agencies.