Legal specialist job description

Status: Exempt (salaried)
Department: Legal
Location: Latham, NY

Plug Power
Plug Power is building an end-to-end green hydrogen ecosystem, from production, storage and delivery to energy generation, to help its customers meet their business goals and decarbonize the economy. In creating the first commercially viable market for hydrogen fuel cell technology, the company has deployed more than 50,000 fuel cell systems and over 165 fueling stations, more than anyone else in the world, and is the largest buyer of liquid hydrogen. With plans to build and operate a green hydrogen highway across North America and Europe, Plug Power is building a state-of-the-art Gigafactory to produce electrolyzers and fuel cells and multiple green hydrogen production plants that will yield 500 tons of liquid green hydrogen daily by 2025. Plug Power will deliver its green hydrogen solutions directly to its customers and through joint venture partners into multiple environments, including material handling, e-mobility, power generation, and industrial applications. For more information, visit www.plugpower.com.

Plug offers a tuition assistance program for pursuit of certificate or masters programs!

Position Summary
The Legal Specialist will assist with the day-to-day operations of the Legal Department. This individual will carry out a wide variety of administrative services, provide support to the legal team, manage corporate subsidiary or foreign registration filings, support the contract review and signature process, and ensure that Plug Power remains in compliance with federal and state legal regulations. This individual will be involved in research projects and will be responsible for policy work and process improvements. The ideal candidate will thrive in a diverse and fast-paced environment, be able to work independently, be exceptionally responsive, and demonstrate strong follow-through, extraordinary organization and dedication to excellence. A positive and professional attitude, flexible approach, and a desire to help others are critical attributes for success.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain template agreements, proofread documents, and edit and draft contracts and amendments (e.g., non-disclosure agreements; patent, confidentiality, non-compete, non-solicitation agreements; purchase orders; supplier terms and conditions).Manage legal documentation and correspondence while maintaining confidentiality Collect, examine, and organize legal documents for the department to review and maintain legal records Research regulations and laws to assist with the preparation of reports and legal advice Organize and track files for contracts, external advisors, transactions, case documents or litigation matters Support insurance and risk management efforts, including coordination with brokers and managing certificates of insurance Assist with invoicing, expense reports, budget review, meeting coordination and preparation, and travel logistics as needed Represent Plug Power in a professional manner at all times and in all interactions Perform all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree preferred; associates degree required Minimum of five (5) years' experience in a legal setting providing support required Experience with legal research highly preferred Experience in drafting legal and business documents required Experience with federal and state laws is highly preferred Experience working in an organization with numerous locations and a remote workforce is highly preferred Experience in banking, finance is welcome Experience in real estate development, leasing, and/or construction is welcome Experience in contract management is welcome Experience in corporate formation and compliance is welcome Computer and software systems skills as applicable to position required, including but not limited to: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and OutlookCandidate must also:Demonstrate the highest level of integrity and confidentiality Possess strong time and task management and process improvement abilities Dynamic and excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with diverse audiences, visitors, and customers Uncompromising dedication to quality Have a solution-forward approach Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and reading comprehension skills Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail Self- starter with ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines Ability to work independently and as part of a team Exempt employees are expected to work as many hours as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities. This may require they work more than eight hours a day and more than five days or 40 hours per week.

Plug Power Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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What you will be doing

As of August 24, 2021, AmerisourceBergen requires all U.S. team members to be fully vaccinated and show proof of completed vaccine status at time of hire. If you cannot receive the COVID-19 vaccine due to a disability/medical reason or sincerely held religious belief you will be required to follow AmerisourceBergen's policy and process to apply for an exemption/accommodation.

The Legal Specialist performs a variety of legal services and project management services on procurement and sourcing contracts and matters that are handled by the Legal Department in support of the Strategic Global Sourcing business unit. The Legal Specialist must have sufficient experience and ability to function as an independent professional.

In the Procurement contracting area, the duties and responsibilities of the Legal Specialist I may include, without limitation, the following: Collaborate with numerous internal departments, including Global Indirect Strategic Sourcing, customer experience, business development, finance, credit, and risk management. Generating initial contracts from Legal Department forms for business clients and communications with the business clients about the same Providing project management assistance in connection with commercial contracting process Preparing standard contract revisions Maintaining correspondence and documentation related to contracts Troubleshooting contract-related issues



What your background should look like


Requires good research experience, writing, communication and computer skills; normally requires a minimum of three (3) or more years of progressively responsible and directly related experience. Experience in a large law firm or the legal department or contract administration group of a public company is desirable.

Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices and legal procedures Ability to work independently and solutions-oriented thinker Excellent research skills Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Excellent interpersonal skills Strong judgment and ability to resolve issues effectively Strong organizational skills; attention to detail Strong computer skills; knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint Experience working in a cross-functional environment



What AmerisourceBergen offers


We offer competitive total rewards compensation. Our commitment to our associates includes benefit programs that are comprehensive, diverse and designed to meet the various needs across our associate population.

Throughout our global footprint and various business units, we take a balanced approach to the benefits we offer. Many benefits are company-paid, while others are available through associate contributions. Specific benefit offerings may vary by location, position and/or business unit.


Schedule


Full time


Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies: AmerisourceBergen Services Corporation


Equal Employment Opportunity


AmerisourceBergen is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

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Responsible for monitoring and updating accounts in the legal process, ensuring compliance with company policies and all State and Federal statutory and regulatory guidelines. Works with attorney to maximize recovery of charged off accounts.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Prepares documentation packages for outside counsel on loans that involve the filing of legal action such as Replevins, Executory/Judicial Process suits.
* Reviews account to determine the optimal course of action, while ensuring accounts are handled in compliance with established policies and procedures.
* Monitors accounts to ensure that outside counsel is working accounts timely and in accordance to the SLA time frames.
* Ensures accounts are properly documented with actions taken, correspondence, and explanation of controllable versus non-controllable delays. Escalates unwarranted delays to Team Lead and/or Supervisor.
* Reviews affidavits and verification for accuracy.
* Files Probate Claims and maintains appropriate follow up with the attorney and/or estate.
* Works with attorney on post judgment collection and settlements to maximize recovery of charged off accounts.
* Performs all other responsibilities and duties deemed necessary.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:

* High School Diploma.
* One year related experience and/or training in collection and recovery or consumer litigation.
* Strong communication, interpersonal, and organization skills; time management skills; and professional demeanor.
* Competent in Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and State/Federal Regulatory requirements relative to legal collection work.
* Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office products to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.
* Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
* Ability to work independently within a fast-paced environment.
* Ability to implement or support initiatives as assigned.
* Ability to read and interpret a document if required to perform the essential job functions.
* Ability to travel if required about 10% of the time to perform the essential job functions
* Ability to lift/move/carry approximately 10 pounds if required to perform the essential job functions. If the employee is unable to lift/move/carry this weight and can be accommodated without causing the department/division an "undue hardship" then the employee must be accommodated; hence omitting lifting/moving/carrying as a physical requirement.

DISCLAIMER

NOTHING IN THIS JOB DESCRIPTION RESTRICTS MANAGEMENT'S RIGHT TO ASSIGN OR REASSIGN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE JOB AT ANY TIME

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or history of disability, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, disabled veteran, or other protected characteristics as required by federal, state and local laws.