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KONE, founded in 1910, is one of the largest, award-winning elevator companies in the world and our offering for employees is as competitive as our offering for customers. Not only do we provide highly competitive salaries, company vehicles for specific roles, and world-class benefits for our salaried employees - we also pride ourselves on our culture and principles. Innovation, sustainability, collaboration and ethical business practices are just some of the pillars that we use to define our own success. Come join our family in KONE Americas to be a part of something big!

We are looking for a Paralegal who would be responsible for providing legal support as outlined below to the KONE Law Department, other corporate support functions, and the frontline business. In addition, this position will support Law Department special projects.

Essential Functions:
1. Serve as the Law Department’s primary administrative support for projects, including KONE Way Projects, Records Management/Retention, Technology/SharePoint consolidation, Process Documentation, and others. Maintains the Law Department’s Team/SharePoint in Microsoft Teams and Intranet sites to help facilitate the smooth operations of the Law Department.

2. Provide administrative support for various meetings, including agendas, power point presentations, technology support, follow up actions.

3. Support the defense of commercial and employment claims and litigation, and support the response to subpoenas and other regulatory inquiries, by coordinating production of records.

4. Support the insurance certificate process with an ability to evaluate contractual terms on an as needed, seasonal basis.

5. Provide budget support and tracking expenses through SAP. During budget season, assist with Accruals, Cap Ex Planning, and Budget submittals.

6. Work with Law Dept. vendors and ensure bill payments.

Experience

• 2+ years direct experience with a corporate law department or law firm with emphasis in organizational skills.
  

Education:

• High School Diploma

• Paralegal Certification required.
  

Specific Skills, Knowledge & Behavior:

1. Strong organizational, problem solving, persuasion and project management skills are required.
2. Ability to manage multiple system platforms, software and infrastructure to deliver actionable information to varied end-users.
3. Strong data analysis skills.
4. Strong interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with business associates and KONE personnel.
5. Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
6. Ability to work with minimal supervision.
7. Extensive knowledge of business applications including but not limited to Microsoft 365.
8. Ability to work with other software packages as identified by the department.

9. The position requires the ability to analyze, communicate and drive complex issues and projects within all levels of management across functional and departmental lines.
10. Ability to cost-effectively manage external resources.
11. Working knowledge of various legal and risk management processes and procedures.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.