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The Legal and Compliance Paralegal will assist Life Care Services LLC ("Life Care Services") and its business partners, LCS Senior Leadership, LCS Community Operations, LCS Development, LCS Real Estate, and senior living communities (e.g., executive directors/administrators, community personnel, boards/owners, legal counsel) (collectively, the "Clients") in complying with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations impacting senior living communities.

Experience is Everything.

At LCS, experience is everything. We provide you the opportunity to use your talents in a progressive, growing organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of the seniors we serve. If you are seeking an organization that gives back, you'll love working here. Our principles and hospitality promises define our company culture. LCS employees can be found participating in volunteer activities, getting involved in our committees or collaborating with team members in our innovative workspace. You'll find several opportunities to grow as a professional, serve the community, and enhance the lives of seniors. 

What You'll Do:

• Support the Legal and Compliance Department by managing documents, assisting with contract preparation and review, completing audits, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Draft and revise legal documents, including contracts and correspondence.
• Conduct legal and regulatory research and summarize findings.
• Assist with contract lifecycle management, including tracking, filing, and maintaining contract databases.
• Assist with corporate governance tasks, including maintaining entity records, completing state filings, and preparing board materials.
• Assist with intellectual property tasks, including maintaining internal files and coordinating with teams to protect the LCS brand. 
• Assist with updating and educating team members on internal policies, as needed.
• Assist with vetting and testing new technologies for the Legal and Compliance department.
• Assist with the execution and notarization of legal documents, as necessary. 
• Manage and update officer and ownership information.
• Update organizational charts, as assigned.
• Provide administrative support to others in the Legal and Compliance department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For: 

Required qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent years of experience.
• 0 - 2 years of relevant experience. 
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks while being proactive. 
• Ability to work cooperatively and to establish and maintain good working relationships with Clients, regulatory agency personnel, etc.
• Ability to use discretion in working with sensitive and/or confidential information.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely and to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written communication (e.g., emails, letters, memos).
• Ability to understand organizational workflow systems and organizational structures.
• Must be able to collect, analyze, and share data in a meaningful way.
• Strong technology skills, including the ability to quickly learn new tools.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• Paralegal certificate

Why Join Us?  

• Industry Leader. 
• Inclusive & collaborative culture. 
• Top Workplace USA. 
• Top Workplace Iowa. 
• Charity and community involvement. 
• Outstanding advancement opportunities. 
• Ongoing career development. 

Benefits

Competitive pay, great benefits and vacation time. We are an equal opportunity employer with benefits including medical, dental, life insurance, disability, 401(K) with company match and paid parental leave. 

Our Commitment 

LCS creates living experiences that enhance the lives of seniors. You'll see this commitment in our people. They're talented, dedicated professionals who truly care about residents, with each conducting his or her work with integrity, honesty and transparency according to the principles of LCS. We strive to help every community succeed-strengthening available resources, establishing proven practices that lead to long-term growth and value for those living in, working for and affiliated with the community. Check us out on our website: https://www.lcsliving.com

Additional Information 

Travel frequency: 0-10%

Estimated Salary: $50,000 - $62,000

The actual title & salary will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and other relevant factors. 

A POST-OFFER BACKGROUND CHECK, INCLUDING REFERENCES IS REQUIRED.

LCS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.