Paralegal

Requisition ID 65171

Position Type (US)Full Time

Workplace Arrangement

About Kerry

Kerry is the world''s leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers'' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated Paralegal / Sr Paralegal to join our North American legal team and play a key role in shaping the success of a dynamic, fast-paced business. As a paralegal, you will work directly with other legal team members, as well as business stakeholders from across Kerry.

Based in Beloit, Wisconsin (hybrid preferred, remote considered), this role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking legal team.

What will you do?

• Manage legal intake for North American legal team.
• Prepare template agreements for business clients.
• Serve as an administrator for our Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system.
• Work with Corporate Secretary to review, maintain and manage legal entity structure.
• Prepare and finalize corporate director and officer election consents.
• Assist M&A team in managing transactions.
• Provide general support for the North American legal team.

What will you need to be successful?

• Proven experience with managing and processing legal documentation.
• Familiar with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) systems.
• Proficiency and experience in the use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Self-starter who is proactive in supporting their leader & team.
• Experience with collaborating in a team environment.
• Communicates in a clear manner (oral and written) and actively listens and engages to gain understanding.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet challenging deadlines.
• Shows respect for the contribution of others.
• Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with fellow colleagues and others, within and outside the organization.

Compensation Data

The pay range for this position is $70,100 - $122,000 in annual salary. Kerry typically does not hire an individual at the top or near the top of the range, as we are a pay-for-performance company, and this range is set to continue to reward performance annually while in role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The specific compensation offered to a candidate within the above range may be influenced by a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and location. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance, and tuition reimbursement. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 07/05/2026.

We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.

Kerry is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Kerry will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Additional information can be found at Know Your Rights Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (dol.gov).

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a "starter kit," investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.

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