Paralegal, Corporate Contracting

Job Title: Paralegal

Location: SBC Corporation

Department Name: General Counsel Office

Req #: 0000212400

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $83,156.00 - $117,458.00 per year

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Paralegal, Corporate Contracting

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Corporate Contracting Paralegal to join our Legal Affairs team. The successful candidate will support the legal department and business units by managing the contract lifecycle, drafting and reviewing a wide variety of agreements, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards. This role is critical in supporting a high-volume, fast-paced environment within one of New Jersey's largest nonprofit healthcare systems, serving a diverse network of hospitals, medical groups, and affiliates.

Reports to:

• The Paralegal, Corporate Contracting reports directly to the Assistant General Counsel, Contracting and Transactions

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-approved program required.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a corporate legal department or law firm, preferably with healthcare, nonprofit, or highly regulated industry experience.
• Familiarity with healthcare compliance issues including HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute, and CMS guidelines is highly desirable.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities from multiple attorneys in a fast-paced environment.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Experience with document management systems and/or contract lifecycle management systems e.g., iManage, Contraxx, DocuSign CLM, etc.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Collaborative and proactive approach.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a large health system or complex nonprofit organization.
• Exposure to enterprise-wide contracting practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of AI-enabled legal tools or experience in and/or interest in supporting digital innovation in legal workflows.

Essential Functions:

• Review, draft, redline, and organize a broad range of contracts including but not limited to vendor agreements, purchase and service agreements, IT agreements, consulting and professional services agreements, business associate agreements, non-disclosure agreements, facility use and consulting agreements, and various amendments and statements of work.
• Support the contract intake and approval process through the organizations contract management system, ensuring appropriate documentation and approvals are obtained.
• Track and manage contract deadlines, renewals, and compliance requirements.
• Liaise with internal departments e.g., Supply Chain, IT, Procurement, Compliance, Finance, Risk, and Facilities and outside counsel as needed to coordinate contract needs.
• Conduct legal and factual research related to contracts, business transactions, and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain organized electronic contract files and databases for accurate tracking and retrieval.
• Support implementation of process improvements and assist in developing training materials for internal clients regarding contracting policies and procedures.
• Assist attorneys with corporate governance, including entity filings, board resolutions, and maintenance of corporate records.
• Draft, review and proof termination notices and other correspondence relating to contracts and corporate matters.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ....and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.