Senior Paralegal - North America

Why Valvoline Global Operations?
 
At Valvoline Global Operations, we’re proud to be The Original Motor Oil, but we’ve never rested on being first. Founded in 1866, we introduced the world’s first branded motor oil, staking our claim as a pioneer in the automotive and industrial solutions industry. Today, as an affiliate of Aramco, one of the world’s largest integrated energy and chemicals companies, we are driven by innovation and committed to creating sustainable solutions for a better future.

With a global presence, we develop future-ready products and provide best-in-class services for our partners around the world. For us, originality isn’t just about where we began; it’s about where we’re headed and how we’ll lead the way. We are originality in motion.

Our corporate values—Care, Integrity, Passion, Unity, and Excellence—are at the heart of everything we do. These values define how we operate, how we treat one another, and how we engage with our partners, customers, and the communities we serve. At Valvoline Global, we are united in our commitment to:

•    Treating everyone with care.
•    Acting with unwavering integrity.
•    Striving for excellence in all endeavors.
•    Delivering on our commitments with passion.
•    Collaborating as one unified team.

When you join Valvoline Global, you’ll become part of a culture that celebrates creativity, innovation, and excellence. Together, we’re shaping the future of automotive and industrial solutions.

Valvoline Global Operations Headquarters is located in Lexington, KY. We prefer local candidates willing to work an in-office work schedule (3 days per week). This position is also open to candidates working in a remote capacity. 

How You’ll Make an Impact
The Senior Paralegal supports Valvoline Global’s legal, contractual, and compliance activities in North America (i.e. United States and Canada) reports to the Senior Counsel, North America. This role supports the efficient operations of the North America legal team.  (North America is VGO’s largest, busiest, and most important business unit.) Working under general supervision, the Senior Paralegal independently handles complex assignments with occasional heavy workloads and tight deadlines.   The role is expected to perform a broad variety of assignments in multiple legal areas with speed and accuracy, with a particular emphasis on commercial contracts, both product supply and procurement. The Senior Paralegal has in-depth knowledge, works independently, receives minimal guidance, and may lead projects or steps within a larger project, while having accountability for ongoing activities or objectives. The Senior Paralegal may be required to research and resolve complex problems and/or problems where precedent may not exist, and is expected to be comfortable working directly with outside counsel. The role is expected to have substantial familiarity with contract lifecycle management and associated workflows. Additionally, the Senior Paralegal may be asked to help train and assist less experienced staff from time to time.

Responsibilities Include

•Draft agreements, amendments, assignments, and/or addenda including but not limited to, customer supply agreements, quick lube agreements, loaned equipment agreements, promissory notes, cross corporate guarantees, distributor agreements, reseller agreements, non-disclosure agreements, procurement agreements, etc.  Process relevant changes or corrections based on negotiations, customer feedback, business plan changes, pricelist updates, location updates, and/or other terms as requested by business partners. 
•Lead the review of various third-party paper contracts, including preparation of redlines based on VGO known risk tolerances, as requested by Senior Counsel, North America. Update template language as requested by the legal department or the North America commercial business. VGO is in the process of implementing a CLM system and migrating all of its contracting workflows to this technology platform.  Heavy user experience with a CLM tool is critical to this role.
•Maintain up-to-date files including drafts, finalized, and executed agreements, amendments, assignments, and other ancillary documents as may be related to same, including promissory notes, personal guarantees, and cross-corporate guarantees.
•Finalize documents and route documents for execution to relevant internal and external parties, as appropriate. VGO is migrating to uniform usage of an e-signature tool – familiarity and experience with this technology is important.
•Lead review of agreements and drafting other documents as appropriate, including but not limited to notice letters, demand letters, or termination letters, as requested by the business, Senior Counsel – North America, or other relevant stakeholders.
•Own processes of organizing and maintaining legal documents in a paper or electronic filing system.
•Lead collaborations with stakeholders located within and outside North America and Canada (commercial, legal, tax, insurance, accounting, treasury, communications, etc.) as appropriate to fulfill the duties as set forth herein.
•Prepare and maintain filings, including lien filings, and/or other records as related to agreements and communicate with internal business partners regarding same, as appropriate.
•Lead development of tools, resource guides, or other materials as may be deemed appropriate, for training or other purposes.
•Lead and/or assist with review, standardization, and update of legal templates to comport with company and department standards.
•Conduct in-depth legal research on relevant topics and draft memoranda supported by such research, as appropriate and requested.
•Assist the North America legal team in legal billing, including engaging with outside counsel to clear audits and maintain up-to-date billing rates.
•Provide support to all team members of the Legal Department, as assigned and needed.

What You’ll Need
•Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or baccalaureate degree or certification from NALA or NFPA.  
•Experience with corporate legal department and/or in-house attorneys. 
•At least 7-10 years of work experience with responsibilities that cover the tasks of a paralegal. 
•Proven track record of working in positions where accuracy, timeliness, and prioritizing have been key. 
•Experience with Salesforce and a contract lifecycle management system is required.
•Applicants should be qualified in an American Bar Association or respective country-approved curriculum and, ideally, have a Certified Legal Assistant designation or have passed the Paralegal Advanced Competency Examination. 

What Will Set You Apart
•In-house paralegal experience is preferred 

Benefits That Drive Themselves
Health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
HSA and flexible spending accounts
401(k)
Incentive opportunity*
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays*
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts
Tuition reimbursement*
Adoption assistance*

Compensation range ($78,300 - $97,900)

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Valvoline Global is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We are committed to ensuring accessibility throughout our recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the recruitment or selection process, please contact us at:.

•    Email: Valvolineglobalcareers@valvolineglobal.com

This contact information is solely for accommodation requests. For inquiries about application status, please use the appropriate channels listed in your application materials.

Are You Ready to Make an Impact?

At Valvoline Global, we’re looking for passionate and talented individuals to join our journey of innovation and excellence. Are you ready to shape the future with us? Apply today.

Requisition ID: 1610