Paralegal Specialist Pharmaceutical Industry

Position SummaryThe Paralegal Specialist provides essential legal and compliance support to the Director, Legal & Compliance. This position supports contract management, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and legal operations, ensuring alignment with corporate policies, applicable U.S. federal regulations, and Puerto Rico legal requirements. The role operates in a highly regulated environment and works closely with Legal, Human Resources, Finance, Operations, and external counsel.
Key ResponsibilitiesLegal & Contract SupportAssist in drafting, reviewing, and revising contracts, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), statements of work, amendments, and related legal documents.Maintain contract templates aligned with legal and regulatory requirements.Coordinate contract execution, tracking, and renewals; maintain contract repositories and records.Corporate GovernanceSupport preparation of corporate governance materials, including resolutions, filings, and internal approvals.Maintain statutory records and corporate documentation required under applicable laws and regulations.Regulatory & Compliance SupportAssist with regulatory filings, registrations, and compliance documentation.Support compliance with healthcare, data privacy, employment, and corporate regulatory frameworks under the direction of Legal & Compliance leadership.Coordinate responses to audits, regulatory inquiries, and information requests in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external counsel.Legal Operations & CoordinationServe as the primary administrative liaison between local operations and the corporate legal function.Coordinate with outside counsel, including document preparation, matter tracking, and invoice support.Support legal process improvements, document management, and compliance tracking systems.Cross-Functional CollaborationPartner with Human Resources, Finance, Procurement, and Business Operations on legal and compliance-related documentation and processes.Support bilingual (Spanish/English) legal communications as required.
Minimum QualificationsAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies, Legal Studies, or a related field.3+ years of paralegal or legal support experience, preferably in corporate, healthcare, regulated, or compliance-driven environments.Experience supporting contract management and corporate documentation.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting legal or compliance functions in Puerto Rico.Familiarity with U.S. federal and Puerto Rico regulatory requirements.Experience working with in-house corporate legal teams.Paralegal certification (preferred but not required).