Paralegal Specialist
Core
Provide complex legal support and manage contract assignments across multiple legal entities and practice areas (excluding litigation) to support risk management and timely business decisions.
Role type
Paralegal Specialist (Contract & Operations)
Builds
Standardized legal workflows and efficient contract management processes for Dow's global business units.
Domain
Corporate Legal / Contract Management / Risk & Compliance
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Contract drafting, reviewing, and redlining; Contract negotiation within authorized parameters; Contract intake and processing; Risk identification and escalation; Legal research and analysis; Stakeholder coordination; Process improvement and workflow optimization
Preferred skills
Commercial contract experience; Contract management system proficiency; Automation and AI tool usage; Third-party due diligence
Technologies
Legal intake systems, Contract management systems, Workflow automation tools, Artificial Intelligence tools
Responsibilities
Review, draft, revise, and negotiate contract terms and conditions; Manage contract extensions, amendments, and terminations; Maintain accurate contract records and systems; Identify legal, financial, and operational risks; Coordinate with counsel, business stakeholders, and external agencies; Contribute to cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Seniority
Mid-level, independent contributor with limited supervision