About this Paralegal role at Smithfield Foods
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Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. Apply Now!
THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:
The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
As the Paralegal – Contracts, you will manage contract lifecycle systems and processes within the Legal Department to ensure efficient tracking and administration of legal agreements. You will draft, analyze, and revise contracts and related communications under attorney supervision, while also facilitating the flow of contract requests and approvals between business units and the legal team. In this role, you will help streamline contract processing, ensure documentation accuracy, and support compliance across the organization.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Contract Review & Support: Work closely with company attorneys to perform paralegal functions related to contracts and ensure all documents align with company policy.
Policy Compliance: Review proposed contracts and flag noncompliance issues to appropriate business stakeholders.
Process Optimization: Implement and execute efficient processes, workflows, and tools to improve contract review, management, and retention within the Law Department.
External Communication: Draft and manage communications with external parties regarding active and expiring contracts.
WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Education & Experience (Required): Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant legal experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Legal Knowledge: General understanding of basic state and federal laws and familiarity with contract principles.
Communication & Confidentiality: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to establish trust and maintain confidentiality.
Project Management: Proven ability to manage complex assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with Cobblestone or other contract management software.
OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:
Paralegal Background: Paralegal education or certification and prior paralegal experience.
Customer Focus: Customer service mindset with a proven track record of supporting business partners in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment to drive results.
Team Collaboration: Ability to work well with others in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.
Positive Relationship Building: Respectful, approachable, and team-oriented with a focus on cultivating strong working relationships and fostering a positive work environment.
Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire. Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate’s qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations. At Smithfield Foods, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about our benefits package here.
Relocation Package Available NoEEO Information
Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.
