[Hiring] Corporate Paralegal @The University of Kansas Health System

Role Description

This position demonstrates the ability to work collaboratively with multiple individuals and departments to achieve the goals and objectives of the University of Kansas Hospital Authority (UKHA) in collaboration with its affiliates in a fast-paced and continuously evolving academic medical center environment. Provides a key administrative role to UKHA's attorneys and leaders in support of managing corporate/entity filings for UKHA's affiliates and in transactions.

• Familiarity and knowledge regarding entity filing requirements for Kansas, Missouri, and Delaware.
• Develop contracts working from templates.
• Prepare corporate and formation documents (articles, bylaws, operating agreements, etc.).
• Prepare consents and resolutions.
• Prepare and review leases, draft and obtain signatures on documents.
• Maintain and organize data, and support the legal team in various tasks.
• Interface with directors and leaders on highly confidential matters.
• Collaborate with the Contract Management team to support and maintain UKHA's database.
• Conduct research, assist with projects, and resolve legal questions under the direction of General Counsel and the legal team.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree and completion of an accredited paralegal program.
• High School Graduate.
• 3 or more years of relevant experience in a law firm or enterprise legal department.
• Bachelors Degree (preferred).
• Certificate of Public Notary (preferred, must be obtained within 60 days).

Requirements

• Advanced skills in Microsoft applications, contract database, and other software platforms.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Legal citation proofreading.
• Knowledge of general office equipment required.
• Ability to recognize and comprehend facts and legal concepts.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Ability to interact and work productively with all levels of firm staff.
• Strong problem resolution abilities appropriately combining logic, analysis, and follow-through.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access required.
• Ability to maintain discretion and privacy with confidential matters and documents.
• Ability to read and understand contract language, subpoenas, complaints, and summary actions.
• Ability to transport self to various locations.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunity employer.
• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.