Position Overview:

The Senior Corporate Paralegal and Legal Operations Manager will work closely with the General Counsel to support legal operations, corporate governance, M&A due diligence, contract management, and risk mitigation efforts. This role is integral to supporting a large, multi-unit organization and offers significant opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Governance & Legal Operations Management:

• Support the General Counsel with corporate governance matters, including maintaining Board meeting minutes and stock records.
• Manage legal entity compliance, including company formations, foreign qualifications, and annual filings.
• Assist with developing and maintaining company-wide policies, document templates, and related training materials / initiatives.

Contract Management:

• Review, analyze, and provide feedback on a variety of contracts, including MSAs, consulting agreements, NDAs, contract amendments, work orders and vendor contracts.
• Track and maintain key contracts and related terms, particularly non-standard contract provisions for quick reference.
• Oversee and maintain the contract lifecycle management system and ensure the legal database is organized and up-to-date.

M&A Support & Risk Management:

• Manage due diligence efforts for mergers and acquisitions in collaboration with functional leaders.
• Manage claims process and litigation tracking, including organizing and maintaining relevant documentation.
• Maintain required company permits, including general contractor and environmental permits.
• Conduct legal research on various topics as needed, including employment law issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certification preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in legal operations, contract administration, corporate governance or similar fields.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and with a high level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Proficient in legal research tools (e.g., LexisNexis or Westlaw), legal document management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Strong commitment to the company’s mission and values. 

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities

Why Join Us?

Kodiak’s culture is defined by entrepreneurial spirit, collaboration, and family values—every team member is empowered to thrive and grow.