OverviewResponsible for assisting, advising, investigating and resolving legal matters for various corporate functions.
Responsibilities- Provides legal advice to personnel in diverse matters affecting day to day business operations.
- Provides guidance to ensure maximum protection of Paychex legal rights and compliance with local, State and Federal laws and regulations.
- Assists, advises, investigates and resolves legal matters within corporate policies.
- Participates in corporate and commercial legal matters.
- Maintains excellent working relationships with internal clients to ensure that their legal and business needs are fully satisfied.
- Manages legal review of vendor contracts.
- Manages outside counsel.
- Provides support to the Vice President and Chief Legal Officer.
- Recruits, selects, hires, and evaluates performance of personnel to ensure all department needs are handled appropriately. Counsels and develops staff for personal and corporate advancement through career development, training programs and other resources as required for professional advancement.
- Provides support for other matters as necessary.
Qualifications- Law degree (JD)
- Admitted to bar in a U.S. state and in good standing with the relevant bar association(s) in the US state(s) where licensed to practice law.
- Excellent communication skills and an ability to effectively interact with all levels of management.
- In-house experience strongly preferred.
CompensationIn the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the starting base pay range for this position is $145,400 - $200,000 annually. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.
Live the Paychex ValuesAct with uncompromising integrity. Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships. Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes. Work in partnership and support each other. Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments. Treat each other with respect and dignity. What's in it for you?- We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
- We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
- We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
- We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
- We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.
Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.
Not sure if you meet every requirement?
At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.
