WHO WE ARE...

Maxwell was founded in 2015 by homebuyers who were shocked by the complexity and inefficiencies of the mortgage process for borrowers and lending teams alike. We’ve created a platform that has not only streamlined the process and made it more efficient - closing loans 45%+ faster - but has made mortgages more accessible in the process. Our mission is clear: democratize mortgage by helping lenders work more efficiently and stay compliant while eliminating the barrier to entry and the stress for the borrower.

We are a company focused on a supportive, diverse, and inclusive culture - live through our values of Rigor, Ownership, Curiosity, Kindness, and "Straight Up" - to bring equality to the mortgage process and spread financial empowerment. Intrigued? Read on and say hello!

WHO YOU ARE...

As the first Corporate Paralegal at Maxwell, you will have the ability to oversee the administration of contracts, general corporate work, and help build the processes to streamline contract approval. If an area of interest for you, this person will also get to be a decision-maker in determining potential vendor and contract management software. As the second team member of the Legal team, reporting directly to the General Counsel, you will have the opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a new Legal Department and will help in building out a team.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING...

• Apply best practices to develop contracts (Statements of Work, Amendments, Letters of Authorization) for various types of service engagements.
• Ensure the identification of opportunities to minimize contract risk and coordinate commercial risk mitigation measures.
• Draft and/or review contracts in compliance with company policy as well as maintain a centralized repository of legal documents
• Prepare contract and commercial risk assessments and deliver contract briefings to business unit/service line leadership, as required.
• Coordinate the drafting, review, and proper execution of all contracts with business units, service lines, IT, HR, Legal, and Finance, as applicable
• Follow contract management process controls to verify contract documents are fully approved and vetted internally before presenting to the client.
• Assist in negotiating, structuring, tracking, and managing contractual documents that establish the business relationship with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and/or partners, as applicable.
• Provide on-demand contractual clarifications/position statements to project team members as required.
• Revise documents for adherence to company policy/position statements, and advise on contractual rights and obligations, and provide interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Collaborate with service lines to fully understand the products and/or services being provided and develop contract document templates.
• Monitor and recommend adjustments to commercial strategies, position statements, and contractual terms based on audits, market conditions, and changes in the law.

IDEALLY YOU'LL HAVE..

• Prior experience within a law firm or corporate legal department
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Paralegal, English, or extensive experience within a related field
• Strong understanding of contract and vendor management strongly preferred
• Since we're hoping to implement Contract Management software, experience assessing or exposure working on these types of platforms is a huge plus!
• Understanding of contract law, types, terms and conditions, legal requirements, and negotiation processes
• Working knowledge and proficiency in drafting contract language without the assistant of content management tools




Not sure you meet all of our ideals? We're a company focused on capabilities and would still love to hear from you so please apply!

Compensation Range: $60,000-$80,000

WHAT WE OFFER YOU...

An opportunity to be part of an agile team of thinkers and doers who are driven, collaborative, and authentic. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our employees are our greatest asset, and you play a key role in shaping our incredible company and culture. Some of our benefits include:

- Competitive pay and meaningful equity as an employee at a fast-growing, venture-backed software company. We want you to participate and make decisions as an owner with our future in mind

- Flexible vacation time plus strong benefits packages offering a wide range of top-tier insurance plans so all Maxwell employees can find coverage that best suits their needs

- Up to 2 paid days off each year to volunteer at the charity of your choice

- An "Even Merrier Holidays" where Maxwell closes down the office to make sure employees spend time with family and friends or doing what they love most!

- A company that is people-centric: we care about our employees and foster an inclusive environment to ensure everyone feels valued and has equal opportunities for career progression

At Maxwell, we value our differences, and we encourage all—especially those whose identities are traditionally underrepresented in tech organizations—to apply. We're looking for candidates with great experience and alignment with our core values. Maxwell is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require further accommodations or have questions regarding accessibility of our roles, please reach out to [email protected]. All employment decisions at Maxwell are based on a person's merit, business needs, and role requirements.