Job Title:
Senior Paralegal and Legal Operations Manager

Department:
Office of General Counsel

Location:
Sierra Club office and/or remote. This role requires the ability to travel.

Reports To:
General Counsel of General Administration

Supervises:
None

Overview:
At the Sierra Club, we believe in the strength of interconnectedness. We are united in our commitment to a healthy climate rooted in environmental, racial, economic, and gender justice—a future where everyone thrives in harmony with nature. As we confront the climate crisis and systemic racism, we pursue a bold, transformative vision that acknowledges the deep links between our environment, humanity, and collective future. With nearly 800 staff members and 64 local chapters powered by thousands of volunteers, we are proud to be a unionized organization with over half of our employees represented by three labor unions.

Position Summary:
We are looking for a versatile and driven professional to join the Office of the General Counsel in a hybrid role that blends Corporate Paralegal duties, Executive Support, and Legal Operations Management. This key role supports the General Counsel of General Administration and plays a critical part in ensuring legal and operational excellence across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Corporate Paralegal:
– Prepare, review, and manage legal documents, contracts, intellectual property filings, and corporate records
– Assist the General Counsel in preparing for Board and committee meetings
– Support policy development and updates, compliance, and license renewals
– Conduct legal research and assist with litigation or transactions as needed

Legal Operations:
– Coordinate and oversee legal workflows, managing and prioritizing legal requests
– Implement tools and systems to improve the efficiency of the legal department
– Partner with other teams to streamline and automate processes
– Assist in managing legal vendors, contracts, budgets, and departmental expenses
– Innovate and scale legal operations, including evaluating new technologies

Executive Support:
– Lead and support strategic cross-functional initiatives and projects
– Enhance internal processes to boost operational efficiency
– Support executive decision-making, program management, and internal communications
– Act as a liaison between executives, staff, and external stakeholders
– Identify organizational needs and contribute to developing effective solutions
– Research and recommend relevant conferences and events for participation

Required Skills and Qualifications:
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills
– Strong organizational, leadership, and multitasking capabilities
– Proven experience in project management and legal administration
– Knowledge of legal and compliance issues
– Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic, high-responsibility environment
– High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion
– Commitment to personal growth and understanding of systemic oppression, with a willingness to examine personal privilege and power
– Positive, solution-oriented attitude with a collaborative spirit and a sense of humor

Preferred Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree required
– Advanced degree or paralegal certification preferred
– Demonstrated experience in at least two of the following areas: corporate paralegal work, executive support, or legal operations

Salary:
$125,000 annually

Compensation and Benefits:
The Sierra Club offers a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Additional Information:
This is a Category 4, exempt, non-represented, confidential, and professional position. The Sierra Club supports visa sponsorship for qualified candidates based on organizational needs and immigration requirements. Sponsorship is not guaranteed.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
The Sierra Club is committed to equal employment opportunity and advancement for all individuals. We make employment decisions based on merit, experience, and qualifications. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, immigration status, socioeconomic background, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We strongly encourage applications from Black, Indigenous, and other people of color; women; LGBTQIA+ individuals; and others from historically marginalized communities.

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