Paralegal - (Smithfield, RI)

MISSION - PURPOSE OF THE JOB As a Paralegal, you are responsible for providing assistance to the growing Legal team in all stages of in-house activities. POSITION OF THE JOB IN THE ORGANIZATION Department: Legal Reporting to: Associate General Counsel Scope: Local / Regional / Global Direct reports: No direct reports ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Manage worldwide corporate governance activities, including drafting minutes/consent votes, preparing annual and other periodic reports, and maintaining corporate minute books. Assist in management of worldwide intellectual property portfolio through performance of trademark clearance searches, ongoing maintenance obligations, and organizing and maintaining communications with outside counsel. Provide assistance with contract approval process as well as litigation support and legal research. Maintain Legal Department filing system and provide administrative support as necessary. TRANSVERSAL RESPONSIBILITIES