Job Description

Location: New York, NY

Contract to hire

Rate: $42-45/HR

In office full time

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Paralegal to support the legal and compliance functions of our innovative and growing medical device company . This critical role will provide comprehensive legal support across multiple areas, including contract management , regulatory compliance , corporate governance , and cross-functional legal operations . The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and brings strong legal acumen, excellent communication skills, and the adaptability to support evolving business needs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Contract Management

• Draft, review, and maintain a variety of contract templates, including NDAs, vendor agreements, clinical trial agreements, and consulting contracts.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including tracking deadlines, renewals, and approval workflows through the contract management system.
• Support contract negotiations by coordinating input from internal stakeholders and facilitating communications with external parties.

Regulatory & Compliance Support

• Assist with regulatory documentation and submissions related to FDA approvals and product registrations.
• Maintain organized and audit-ready records in accordance with FDA, EU MDR, and ISO 13485 standards.
• Monitor and support the implementation of updates to compliance obligations, including the Sunshine Act and other transparency regulations.

Corporate Governance

• Support preparation and filing of corporate documents and maintain accurate corporate records, including minute books.
• Assist with the development and distribution of board and committee meeting materials and draft resolutions as needed.

Litigation & Risk Management Support

• Coordinate responses to subpoenas, discovery requests, and other legal document production.
• Liaise with external counsel on litigation, investigations, and regulatory matters.

General Legal Support

• Conduct legal research on topics such as medical device regulations, intellectual property, employment law, and industry-specific legal issues.
• Assist with internal policy development, training materials, and compliance initiatives.
• Ensure all legal activities are conducted with strict confidentiality and in alignment with data privacy standards.

Education & Special Training

• Associate’s degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a legal environment, preferably within the life sciences, healthcare , or medical device industry.
• Demonstrated expertise in contract drafting and management , regulatory documentation , and corporate governance .
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal document management systems.
• Experience using legal research tools (e.g., PACER, LexisNexis, Westlaw) preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities.

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