Paralegal I (Hybrid)
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, Baltimore, MD, United States
Purpose
Assists and supports attorneys with research, legal process and document preparation. Researches and analyzes law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes. Supports the company's response to legal process; assists attorneys with preparing legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, corporate resolutions, annual reports, insurer and TPA licenses or renewals, etc.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Assist the office of corporate counsel in all aspects of corporate governance and compliance to advise the company's client areas, including insurance and benefit administration operations, human resources, finance, sales, marketing, and matters in litigation.
Assist in the preparation and drafting of legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, corporate resolutions, annual reports, insurer and TPA licenses or renewals.
Monitor and manage compliance with statutory, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements, including collecting and compiling information and documents.
Coordinate the collection of documents and records maintained by other departments in connection with corporate filings and matters in litigation or administrative requests from regulators and auditors.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies or Paralegal certificate OR an additional four years of relevant work experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
Experience: 1 year Paralegal work experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Comfortable working with ambiguity and rapid business changes.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive material.
Conduct research, perform a variety of legal assignments, and manage routine projects including drafting, reviewing, and transmitting legal correspondence and documents.
Skill using inductive and deductive reasoning to draw inferences and reach conclusions.
Ability to learn and master legal software applications and internet research.
Provides regular feedback to attorneys and appropriate departmental personnel regarding the status of legal projects.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Ability to convey information in a clear, concise, and logical manner.
Licenses/Certifications: Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) Preferred.
Travel Requirements
Estimate amount: 5% - Paralegals may be required to travel to CareFirst office locations other than their assigned office or to attend off-site meetings or events. Office of Corporate Counsel face-to-face staff meetings may require travel to other CareFirst office locations.
Salary Range
$54,648 - $100,188
Benefits
CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs and plans, and a 401k contribution program. Eligibility applies.
Department
Office of Corporate Counsel
Equal Employment Opportunity
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Federal Disclosure
The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him or her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on federal health care programs.
Physical Demands
The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key, and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.
Employment Eligibility
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
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Assists and supports attorneys with research, legal process and document preparation. Researches and analyzes law sources such as statutes, recorded judicial decisions, legal articles, treaties, constitutions, and legal codes. Supports the company's response to legal process; assists attorneys with preparing legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, corporate resolutions, annual reports, insurer and TPA licenses or renewals, etc.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Assist the office of corporate counsel in all aspects of corporate governance and compliance to advise the company's client areas, including insurance and benefit administration operations, human resources, finance, sales, marketing, and matters in litigation.
Assist in the preparation and drafting of legal documents, such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, corporate resolutions, annual reports, insurer and TPA licenses or renewals.
Monitor and manage compliance with statutory, regulatory, and corporate governance requirements, including collecting and compiling information and documents.
Coordinate the collection of documents and records maintained by other departments in connection with corporate filings and matters in litigation or administrative requests from regulators and auditors.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies or Paralegal certificate OR an additional four years of relevant work experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
Experience: 1 year Paralegal work experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Comfortable working with ambiguity and rapid business changes.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive material.
Conduct research, perform a variety of legal assignments, and manage routine projects including drafting, reviewing, and transmitting legal correspondence and documents.
Skill using inductive and deductive reasoning to draw inferences and reach conclusions.
Ability to learn and master legal software applications and internet research.
Provides regular feedback to attorneys and appropriate departmental personnel regarding the status of legal projects.
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
Ability to convey information in a clear, concise, and logical manner.
Licenses/Certifications: Certified Legal Assistant (CLA) Preferred.
Travel Requirements
Estimate amount: 5% - Paralegals may be required to travel to CareFirst office locations other than their assigned office or to attend off-site meetings or events. Office of Corporate Counsel face-to-face staff meetings may require travel to other CareFirst office locations.
Salary Range
$54,648 - $100,188
Benefits
CareFirst offers a comprehensive benefits package, various incentive programs and plans, and a 401k contribution program. Eligibility applies.
Department
Office of Corporate Counsel
Equal Employment Opportunity
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Federal Disclosure
The incumbent is required to immediately disclose any debarment, exclusion, or other event that makes him or her ineligible to perform work directly or indirectly on federal health care programs.
Physical Demands
The associate is primarily seated while performing the duties of the position. Occasional walking or standing is required. The hands are regularly used to write, type, key, and handle or feel small controls and objects. The associate must frequently talk and hear. Weights up to 25 pounds are occasionally lifted.
Employment Eligibility
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
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