Sr Paralegal at Tyson Foods, Inc. in Springdale, Arkansas

Job Description:

Job Details:



SUMMARY


This position supports the company's real estate and commercial contracting attorneys. The candidate must have experience reviewing real estate transaction documents, on-line property research, managing transactions from origination to completion, and other day-to-day aspects of real estate practice including transaction due diligence and closings. Experience with title and survey review a plus. In addition, the candidate must have familiarity with other contracts, including supply chain, sales, and information technology contracts. The successful candidate is expected to be a quick study, to efficiently collaborate with Law Department staff and client groups within the company, and to become an effective, integrated part of the Tyson Foods Law Department. This role is a part of the Corporate Services law group of the Law Department.


REQUIREMENTS



Education: Requires either (i) a paralegal degree from an ABA-certified degree program or equivalent work-related experience; (ii) Bachelor's degree in any field and completion of a paralegal certificate program; or (iii) exam-based certification from the National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA) or from the National Federation of Paralegal Associations (NFPA) .



Experience: At least five years' experience as a paralegal in a legal or title company setting.



Computer Skills: Requires on-line legal research skills and advanced word processing skills, including experience with Microsoft Office and Adobe.



Special Skills: Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Must be able to actively engage and work with members of the legal staff located at various offices.



Location: This position is located at 2008 S. Thompson Street, Springdale, Arkansas.


This position does not offer reimbursement for interview expenses or relocation assistance. Priority consideration will be provided to area applicants that reside within a 50-mile radius of the posted location first. If local applicants are not selected, applicants from other areas will then be reviewed for consideration. If you are relocating to this area, please note your relocation date in your cover letter.



Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No



Work Shift:



1ST SHIFT (United States of America)


Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.


Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.


We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.



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