Who we are

Origami Risk is an acclaimed Enterprise Software as a Service company growing at an exceptional rate.  Origami has been consistently ranked the #1 Risk Management Information System (RMIS) in the industry’s most comprehensive study for the past four consecutive years. Founded by industry veterans committed to bringing new ideas and advanced features to the RMIS market, Origami Risk’s innovative software is designed with the latest technology and a focus on performance and ease-of-use. It features powerful workflow, advanced reporting and analysis tools, and intuitive features to improve productivity and better manage Total Cost of Risk—saving our clients time and money and enabling them to be more successful.

Making a Difference

We are looking for a Paralegal to assist our General Counsel with the responsibilities of our legal department. This individual must be able to work in collaboration with other Origami employees in a highly self-driven manner within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.  In particular, this position will play a key role in supporting Origami’s Sales and Services organizations in the contracting process with clients and prospective clients. In addition to those transactions, this individual will also help manage vendor relationships.  This position will report to Origami’s General Counsel and will be located in Origami’s Chicago headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the General Counsel with responsibilities of the legal department (such as tasks related to agreement templates, software licenses, insurance policies, office leases and HR documentation)
• Negotiate agreements with clients, prospective clients and vendors (such as software license and services agreements, statements of work and confidentiality agreements) and assist generally with the contracting process
• Complete legal research and projects as assigned by the General Counsel
• Assist other Origami departments with legal-related questions and tasks
• Handle legal department administrative tasks
• Proactively consider how to improve efficiency and responsiveness of the legal department and help Origami protect its business and reduce its risk

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree
• At least four years of professional work experience, including at least two years combined experience in law firm and/or in-house legal department with experience negotiating agreements
• Exceptional written/verbal communication skills
• Strong skills with legal-related software (such as Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat)
• Familiarity with technical concepts in software applications
• Highly responsive and service-oriented attitude
• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage deadlines in a fast-paced and demanding work environment
• Highly professional and approachable demeanor with strong business ethics

Work Authorization

US Work Authorization Required

Origami Risk is a drug-free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V