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Job Description
Paralegal | Knowledge Builders Inc
The Tone:
This is an in-person role at Knowledge Builders Inc. Knowledge Builders Inc. relies on precise legal and compliance review to uphold regulatory standards and operational integrity. This Paralegal role is crucial for ensuring the accuracy and compliance of various documents, from seller disclosures and advertisements to franchise filings, directly supporting the company’s legal standing and regulatory adherence.
The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: In-person
• Mission: To ensure legal and regulatory compliance across diverse company documents and communications through meticulous review.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook), web-based systems
What You’ll Actually Do
• Review Responses: Confirm that requested changes from comment letters have been accurately incorporated into responses.
• Escalate Disclosure Issues: Identify “yes” responses on seller disclosure forms that require further in-depth review and flag them appropriately.
• Ensure Ad Compliance: Scrutinize advertisements to verify they meet all compliance requirements, including necessary disclosures.
• Process Franchise Filings: Conduct an initial review of franchise filing amendments and effectively communicate any identified changes to examiners.
The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. This role requires a Bachelor’s Degree and foundational knowledge in legal compliance principles and meticulous document review processes.
• Experience: No specific years of experience are required. Proficiency in using Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word and Outlook, is essential, along with comfort and familiarity in navigating various web-based systems.
• Skills: Strong attention to detail, the ability to identify missing disclosures in complex documents, clear written and verbal communication skills, and the capacity to manage multiple tasks effectively in a high-volume work environment while escalating issues appropriately.
• Bonus: Prior experience working in a law firm or a business setting is helpful but not a mandatory requirement for this position.