About Kendra Scott
We are a fashion-lifestyle brand of big dreams, colorful confidence, and inspired design. Founded on Family, Fashion and Philanthropy, we believe that our employees and customers are the heart and soul of our brand, and that giving back is the truest form of success. Fashion meets innovation in the design of our two state-of-the-art facilities based in the heart of Austin, Texas, and overflows into the design of our growing retail environment across the country.
Position Overview
We have an exciting opportunity to support the continued growth of our Company at our Home Office in Austin, TX! We are open to a remote working arrangement for candidates located outside of Austin, TX. Reporting to our Senior Director, Corporate Counsel, our Paralegal will be responsible for contract review, corporate governance, litigation support, general corporate matters, legal compliance and project management in an effort to protect the company and reduce risk. This role requires someone who is a self-starter, will proactively speak up on risk issues, highly organized, attentive to detail and great at working with cross-functional teams on multiple projects.
Responsibilities:
Maintain, process, and/or oversee files, correspondence, contract management, records, and/or other documents for all agreements and other executed legal documents.Manage the contract review and negotiation process; collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure business needs are met and approved in each contract.Assist with drafting and redlining agreements, and creating, updating and administering form-based contracts and other templates; communicate with company vendors in regard to contract matters.Responsible for updating the company's capitalization table, maintaining corporate governance documents and overseeing the company's registered agent.Responsible for tracking documents, filings and deadlines for various matters.Support claims and litigation matters in a timely manner; consult with insurance companies and brokers; track deadlines and provide administrative assistance.Support special projects for matters such as corporate governance, employment law, data privacy, advertising / marketing, intellectual property and risk management, and as needed related to any other subject area impacting fashion/retail; providing research, reporting, advice and such other tasks as required in support of such projects. Accountable for ongoing store compliance-related matters at the federal and local levels; provide legal support and advice to store teams.Consult with management, outside counsel, commercial advisors, tax experts, accountants, and cross-functional teams as necessary.Act as liaison with cross-functional teams and internal stakeholders; educate them on roles and responsibilities, as well as processes and procedures, for matters involving the Company's legal/risk team.Respond to incoming requests for legal advice/business guidance from cross-functional partners and exercise judgement in prioritizing requests. Provide initial review for projects and campaigns and advise on legal requirements and risk assessment.Work cross-functionally and collaborate with the rest of the legal/risk team to help develop policies on industry-specific issues, legal or regulatory affairs.Develop strategic business partnerships and counsel cross-functional teams on general business and legal matters.
Our Ideal Candidate Will Have:Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience5-7 years' experience as a paralegal at a law firm and/or for a high-growth company requiredParalegal certificate preferredProficiency in Smartsheets and the Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel spreadsheets and the track changes and document compare functions in Microsoft WordStrong analytical, research, communication, and organizational skillsA high level of accountability, reliability, and initiative Excellent accuracy and attention to detail, with a strong sense of responsibility and follow-throughA proven ability to execute with consistent delivery and reprioritize based on evolving business needs Possess a high level of discretion, tact, judgment, and ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to communicate complex issues, risks, and opportunities confidently and in an easily understood and concise manner Enthusiasm to support the department and organization and eagerness to learnA solutions-oriented mentality with a data-driven approachA strong ability to build cross-functional partnerships and work collaborativelyA growth mindset: desire to leverage past learnings, grow, and embrace new ideas A shared appreciation for our 3 core values of Family, Fashion, and Philanthropy
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.