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Microsoft · 1 day ago

Paralegal-CELA

Microsoft is seeking a Paralegal to join their Industry & Operations Global Frontline Team in Corporate, External and Legal Affairs (CELA). The role involves providing legal support to Microsoft Customer and Partner Solutions and Microsoft Elevate, collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency in legal processes.

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Responsibilities

Acts as a legal adviser for business clients that submit questions through our global intake channels and and escalates to other CELA colleagues as needed for subject matter expert support
Uses and maintains company tools, resources, databases, and processes related to one's practice area to efficiently achieve work objectives and recommends ways to improve efficiency
Evaluates and prioritizes work tasks and projects based on practice area goals and manager input
Drafts, processes and/or reviews legal and other documents (e.g., contracts, applications) and correspondence
Reviews business materials (e.g., marketing collateral, requests for proposals) and programs for compliance with applicable laws and Microsoft internal policies
Builds a knowledge of Microsoft businesses to ensure legal advice aligns with client strategies
Stays informed on company compliance initiatives to support a “compliant-by-design" approach to solving problem

Qualification

Paralegal CertificationLegal AdministrationIn-house legal experienceTechnology industry experienceEmpathyAccountabilityCollaborationIntegrity

Required

Associate's Degree AND 1+ year(s) experience in Paralegal, Legal Administration, or relevant experience; OR Paralegal Certification that meets the requirements for the location of work AND 2+ years experience in Paralegal, Legal Administration, or relevant experience

Preferred

Bachelor's Degree AND 2+ years experience in Paralegal, Legal Administration, or relevant experience; OR equivalent experience
2+ years relevant in-house, legal service provider, and/or law firm experience
2+ years experience in a technology industry environment

Company

Microsoft

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Microsoft is a software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services.

H1B Sponsorship

Microsoft has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (9343)
2023 (7677)
2022 (11403)
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2020 (7852)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$1M
Key Investors
Technology Venture Investors
2022-12-09Post Ipo Equity
1986-03-13IPO
1981-09-01Series Unknown· $1M

Leadership Team

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Satya Nadella
Chairman and CEO
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Vukani Mngxati
Chief Executive Officer - Microsft South Africa
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