Paralegal - Chicago, IL or Michigan City, IN - Hitachi Global Air Power

The Company

We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving.

From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe; from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting-edge semiconductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.

We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 58 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering.

Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power, you’ll be part of a global network that’s shaping the future of industrial power.

Summary of the position:

Perform specifically delegated substantive legal work as directed. Legal work will include support of reviewing and drafting contracts related to HGAP’s business, working with internal departments, sales groups, and various teams. This position will also lead to maintain files of corporate records and manage contracts. Strong team building skills are necessary and the ability to work with various technical disciplines and internal company functions.

This is a full-time position located in either Chicago, Illinois or Michigan City, Indiana.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Draft and review contracts (distributor, service, supplier, NDA, compliance letter, etc.)
• Support business conduct compliance programs and annual training.
• Maintain record of pending legal questions and issues.
• Administer systems information to track active litigation, service of process, corporate records (data entry, leadership team contact).
• Maintain files and filing of corporate records and Board documents.
• Assist with trademark filings and infringement and other IP matters
• Assist and support development of new systems and processes.
• General-related administrative duties including legal invoicing.

Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Paralegal certification preferred.
• Notary certification preferred.

Professional experience:

• Experience in paralegal, contract law, business, and industrial manufacturing preferred.
• MS Office – expert level PowerPoint and Excel.
• General computer systems competency.
• Excellent writing, negotiation, and communication skills.

Direct reports:

• N/A

The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety policies and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.

This job description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.

Hitachi Global Air Power is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.