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QTS Data Centers · 5 days ago

Corporate Paralegal - Finance and Procurement

Overland Park, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

QTS Data Centers is a global digital infrastructure leader committed to connecting the world for good. The Corporate Paralegal - Finance and Procurement plays a key role in supporting a wide range of legal matters within the Legal Department, ensuring effective collaboration with business stakeholders and the legal team.

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Responsibilities

Review, draft, and/or organize a broad range of agreements, including services/equipment contracts, corporate level agreements, SNDAs, change orders, and non-disclosure agreements for data center developments

Track permitting, zoning, and regulatory requirements for data center sites across U.S. and international jurisdictions

Assist in managing and organizing legal and corporate documentation & quality control for past and present files to ensure accuracy and completeness

Conduct legal research as needed on relevant law, building codes, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations specific to mission-critical infrastructure

Prepare and file responses or other communications in support of day-to-day operations; assist in monitoring deadlines for projects as needed

Partner with QTS real estate, sales, and finance teams to ensure legal documents align with technical and operational project goals

Provide support in disputes and claims, including documentation, timeline analysis, and document preparation

Maintain and manage the contract repository, ensuring all drafts and agreements are accurately recorded and easily accessible

Monitor and report on key timelines and legal milestones

Qualification

Legal terminologyContract structureDocument preparationConstruction lawLegal databasesMicrosoft Office SuiteAttention to detailOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent professional experience

3+ years of professional experience as a paralegal

Hands-on, self-starter who is disciplined and detail-oriented with the ability to work independently as well as in a team setting that requires a highly accurate and timely work product

Excellent listening, written, verbal, organizational and interpersonal skills

Excels in a team-oriented work environment

Strong work ethic and accountability

Strong knowledge of legal terminology, document formatting, and contract structure

Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with precision and professionalism

Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), OneDrive, Sharepoint and DocuSign

Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality