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We are looking for an International Transactions Paralegal to support a global legal team handling cross-border commercial matters in Irvine, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for a proactive, detail-focused individual who can balance a high volume of work, exercise sound judgment, and keep complex agreements moving forward in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to international contracting, marketing review, brand protection, and coordination with business partners and outside stakeholders.
Job Responsibility
Prepare, review, and help negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements such as supplier arrangements, confidentiality agreements, statements of work, technology contracts, marketing engagements, licensing deals, partnership terms, and master service agreements
Partner with international business teams to spot legal and commercial risks, provide practical support on proposed initiatives, and help move transactions through to completion
Oversee contract administration activities by coordinating execution, monitoring key dates, maintaining accurate records, and producing status updates and reports
Manage and organize agreement data within contract management tools, including Cobblestone or comparable platforms, to support visibility and compliance
Review international advertising and promotional materials and assist with trademark clearance efforts and other intellectual property matters tied to brand protection
Conduct legal and business research related to global operations, commercial transactions, and regional initiatives to support informed decision-making
Work closely with internal clients, external counsel, vendors, and affiliated brand contacts to gather information, resolve issues, and keep projects on schedule
Support legal billing processes by assisting with invoice review, submission, and coordination through e-billing workflows
Handle multiple concurrent projects independently while maintaining accuracy, responsiveness, and strong attention to deadlines
Requirements
At least 3 years of paralegal experience, with a strong preference for background in corporate, commercial, or transactional legal work
Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate commercial contracts with minimal supervision
Working knowledge of contract lifecycle or document management systems such as Cobblestone, SharePoint, or similar tools
Familiarity with legal e-billing platforms, including tools like Legal Tracker, is preferred
Strong analytical thinking, contract drafting ability, and organizational skills
Ability to manage a substantial workload, shift between competing priorities, and meet tight turnaround times
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external partners
A paralegal certificate, bachelor’s degree, or a combination of relevant education and experience is preferred