Paralegal
The National Football League - New York City, NY
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The Paralegal position will provide support to the Litigation, IP and Employment legal groups on a wide range of litigation, intellectual property, employment and insurance matters, related to the NFL's business and operations, as well as provide legal operations support including finance and billing management, coordination with legal department vendors and outside counsel, tracking insurance claims, and administration of legal department software and systems. Responsibilities:Manage, organize and maintain legal case files; oversee and track litigation dockets and internal deadlinesWork closely with attorneys on cases and legal projects, including discovery, subpoena responses, enforcement matters, court conferences, hearings, trials, arbitration and mediationAdminister and input data to legal department case management and legal hold systemsDraft, review and revise correspondence and other legal documents; complete PACER and legal research as neededCompile records for and tracking of insurance claims, correspondence, and reimbursementsGather and organize records, documents and other evidence for legal matters, including by coordinating with business and operations departmentsSet up outside counsel and legal department vendors for invoice submission and payment, and coordinating with the Finance department on sameAdditional practice support and administrative assignments as neededRequired Qualifications:Degree from an accredited 4-Year College or UniversityAt least 1-year of paralegal experience (law firm preferred)Ability to work on projects requiring a high level of discretion and confidentialityPreferred Qualifications: Familiarity with the following functions: litigation case lifecycle, pleading and document management; legal spend and matter tracking; commercial, intellectual property, insurance, andor employment subject areas.A strong ability to multi-task and excellent attention to detailAbility to create, maintain, and leverage a precise filing system for legal documentsExcellent oral and written communication abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office, legal case management software (e.g., TeamConnect), budgeting and invoice processing toolsOnline research skills a plus Other Key Attributes Talent Characteristics:Must be flexible and able to navigate ambiguityMust have exceptional initiative, judgment, prioritizing and organizational skillsMust have strong interpersonal skills, be team-oriented and manage time effectivelyPhysical Demands:Ability to manage movement of bulky, and sometimes heavy, files (20+ pounds)Travel:Occasionally, if necessaryTerms Expected Hours of Work:NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week. The paralegal position requires availability to work overtime (time worked more than 40 hours) and weekend work, when necessarySalary Pay RangeThis job posting contains a pay range, which represents the range of salaries or hourly rates that the NFL believes, in good faith, at the time of this posting that it might be willing to pay for the posted job in the location(s) specified. The NFL expects to hire for this position near the middle of the range. Only in truly rare and exceptional circumstances, where an external candidate has experience, credentials, or expertise that far exceed those required or expected for the position, would the NFL consider paying a salary or rate near the higher end of the range.Salary $37.50-$41 USDThe NFL currently maintains a Workplace Policy that provides members of our workforce with opportunities to occasionally work from a location of their choice while maintaining a priority on in-person work at an NFL office, which enables us to more effectively collaborate, connect, and build a workplace culture that will drive our continued success. The NFL is committed to building an inclusive work environment that reflects our incredible fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. WHO WE ARE:NFL Core Values:Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every tegrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.NFL Leadership Attributes:Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals spire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impactWHO YOU ARE:Talent Attributes: What we expect for our employees:Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlementExcel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influenceEager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambitionEncompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset
Created: 2025-02-24