EDC is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms. EDC designs, implements, and evaluates programs to improve education, health, and economic opportunity worldwide. Collaborating with both public and private partners, we strive for a world where all people are empowered to live healthy, productive lives. 

EDC’s approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion is grounded in EDC’s commitment to respect the dignity of each individual. EDC has a commitment to promoting equity and access to high quality education and health services that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. EDC expresses its commitment to increasing equity through its strategies, services and products, which contribute to building capacity and transforming lives. 

This is a hybrid position out of the Waltham MA office. 

The Office of Legal Affairs (OLA), inside the Administration and Finance Division, is looking for an experienced Paralegal to contribute to the department’s success. Under the direction of the Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Board Corporate Secretary, the Paralegal will provide legal and administrative support to OLA with specific emphasis on regulatory compliance programs, administrative matters, and providing assistance to attorneys handling international and compliance matters.  The incumbent will collaborate with the staff of OLA, maintain department records and files, support the development, delivery and coordination of legal services, and manage the implementation of OLA programs and initiatives in U.S. and international EDC offices. 

As part of the OLA team, the Paralegal will:

• Assesses priorities competently and manages a variety of activities simultaneously and professionally and helps to ensure that issues directed to OLA are dealt with in a timely and appropriate fashion and are calibrated with departmental and organizational results.  
• Advises the OLA team on matters affecting effective operations and refines protocols and carries out responsibilities as assigned, suggesting new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of OLA and services performed.   
• Is knowledgeable about all OLA processes and requirements; remains current in evolving compliance and legal requirements, assists with implementation of new or revised policies initiated by the OLA.     
• Provides assistance to and liaison with outside counsel, in connection with pending litigation and other projects for which outside counsel is retained.  

Registrations/Employment: 

• Oversees international registration process, including performing preliminary research regarding registration options, drafting and tracking corporate paperwork needed for starting new registrations and maintaining existing registrations and obtaining approvals/stamps signatures as needed.  Also responsible for deregistrations internationally.  
• Assists with research into country-specific labor laws in international locations and assists with the development of international employment contracts to ensure compliance with local labor laws, EDC policies, and approved applicable US government policies. 
• Assists with corporate paperwork and filings needed to ensure domestic registrations are current.  

Data Privacy:

• Conducts research on data privacy best practices, emerging trends, and legal requirements to stay up-to-date with industry standards and assists in data privacy administration, ensuring compliance with relevant privacy laws and regulations.  
• Stays informed about data breaches, privacy incidents, and regulatory developments, and provide timely updates and recommendations to the team.  

Legal Administration:

• Manages administrative support for the General Counsel. 
• Assists with the Office of Legal Affairs budget and process, managing subscriptions and memberships, invoicing and expense tracking.    
• Assists with insurance matters, monitors claims and the renewal process.  
• Assists with implementation of new or revised policies initiated by the OLA.   
• Coordinate with General counsel and Senior Leadership Team to plan and deliver Board meetings. 

This position requires educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and effectively in groups; and strong interpersonal & organizational skills.  

Required education/experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training & experience 
• At least 6 years related legal experience in a law firm or in-house environment 
• Demonstrable organizational and troubleshooting skills 
• Strong analytical skills and aptitude for details  

Preferred skills/experience:

• Paralegal certification
• Project management

EDC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. 

Research shows that individuals from historically marginalized groups find themselves meeting many of the criteria of a job posting, yet doubting if they should apply. At EDC, we value and strive for a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.  Equity and excellence are inseparable.  If you meet some of the preferred requirements but not all of them, and feel aligned with our vision and mission, we encourage you to apply. 

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the EDC job opportunities website as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by e-mailing Liz Christensen or by calling her at 800-225-4276 or 617-618-2329. 

Total Rewards: 

EDC offers the following comprehensive benefits package for all eligible employees: 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance 
• 12 paid holidays 
• Generous vacation benefits for full- and part-time employees 
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Tuition and transportation reimbursement 
• Robust retirement plan with TIAA/CREF (Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association/College Retirement Equities Fund) 
• Paid sick time and up to 16 hours of personal time annually 
• Parental leave 
• Employee assistance program 

This position offers an anticipated annual base salary range of approximately $75,000 – $80,000.  Salary offers are made based on market analysis and internal equity.