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The Nature Conservancy Senior Attorney, Labor & Employment in Madison, Mississippi
This is a Job Description for an Senior Attorney, Labor & Employment in McComb, Mississippi
Summary:
The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world's toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube
to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor. One of TNC's primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we'll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply -- we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and you'll stay for the people."
Duties & Responsibilities:
The Senior Paralegal, with minimal supervision from a TNC attorney, will provide an advanced level of expertise to support and coordinate legal services on complex and/or high value matters for assigned business units or projects, ensuring that transactions and activities are legally sound and consistent with TNC's mission, authority, policies, and procedures. They apply advanced knowledge and skills to serve organizational needs in a highly efficient and effective manner. They'll need to effectively articulate relevant legal concepts and internal policies and procedures to others and have a solid understanding of the concept of legal liability and risk management.
Requirements
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: Bachelor's degree plus 4 years of combined legal and administrative experience OR equivalent qualifications acquired through coursework and/or related job experience that demonstrates (i) assumption of significant responsibilities for supporting and coordinating complex or specialized legal work and (ii) ability to engage in legal analysis. Experience with real estate transactions including preparation and review of settlement statements. Experience conducting research on the Internet and in other legal resources. Experience with MS Office, Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, iManage, and other relevant technology. Writing, editing and proofreading skills.
Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.