K2United is an organization housing two distinct brands, tied together by a shared purpose to create solutions so that those we serve thrive. Through our two brands, K2Share and CareerSafe, we provide federal advisory services and online education for workforce readiness, respectively.  

We’re excited to announce the opening of a new Paralegal position within our organization. This role will be instrumental in negotiating contracts, maintaining vendor relations, and ensuring K2United stays current and in compliance with regulations, contract requirements, and business licenses. 

About You 

Your approach to challenges is marked by a willingness to confront them head-on, relentlessly pursuing solutions. You’re known for your discernment and tenacity, are skilled at de-escalation, and have a knack for thinking outside the box. Professionally, you are actively seeking the opportunity to expand your horizons and are eager to embrace increased responsibilities enthusiastically. Your ideal workplace is one where employees are genuinely valued and recognized for their unique contributions. Additionally, you are:? 

• experienced in reading and redlining contracts, including negotiating contract phrasing to ensure favorable outcomes for the organization 
• passionate about using your skills to protect and enhance the organization and its assets 
• skilled at reading between the lines to gain a comprehensive understanding of intent, purpose, and outcome when it comes to vendor relations and contracts 

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience
 

Your Impact 

As a new professional in our organization, you’ll have the opportunity to grow with us as we strive toward our 3-year picture and 10-year vision — including helping us bring our legal assistance in-house.  The K2United Paralegal will help define, refine, and implement processes for maintaining organizational compliance, data privacy, intellectual privacy, and effective vendor relations. Your responsibilities will include:? 

• overseeing and maintaining business licenses, making sure we are always on top of our registrations 
• drafting and redlining customer contracts and vendor/supplier agreements for all lines of business, including ensuring minimum contract guidelines are followed for all contracts 
• maintaining a customer contracts database 
• preparing and submitting CareerSafe bids, including managing the CareerSafe contracts email, building strong working relationships with CareerSafe Account Executives, registering for new RFP portals, and updating the SalesForce bids table 
• reviewing and redlining data privacy agreements (DPAs) 
• staying up to date with latest federal, state, and local DPA compliance laws 
• creating and maintaining a DPA monitoring system 
• staying up to date on OSHA compliance policies 
• registering for and monitoring business licenses, ensuring compliance is maintained 

Tools utilized: MS Word, Adobe, SalesForce, SharePoint, MS Teams, Confluence, JIRA, MS Excel, MS Outlook 

Who Is K2United? 

At K2United, collaboration and innovation are the bridge between the problem and the solution. We see each day as a new opportunity to build something spectacular and make an impact. Every member of our organization is united by a common purpose: we create solutions so that those we serve thrive. 

We think we’re a pretty fantastic company to work for, but you don’t have to take our word for it: our organization is a certified Great Place to Work®, and we’ve been named one of the Top 25 Small Workplaces in Texas and one of the 100 Best Small Workplaces™ in the U.S. 

Salary Description 

$85,000+

Benefits 

We’re invested in the people who make our success possible. As a K2United employee, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive set of benefits and opportunities that meet you where you are. These benefits include: 

• flexible schedules and remote working options 
• low-cost, comprehensive medical benefits for employees and their families 
• our quarterly Wellness Reimbursement Program 
• tax-saving and retirement benefits, including 401(k) with matching and medical savings accounts 
• the companywide incentive program 
• generous PTO (Paid Time Off) and leave policies, including paid parental leave 
• continuing education and professional development support 
• a robust employee engagement program, including both in-person and virtual events 

Applicants must be willing to submit to a drug test, credit check, and background investigation as part of the selection process. 

The U.S. government restricts access by Foreign Nationals to certain types of technology and technical data. Consequently, this posting is intended only for U.S. citizens. 

K2United, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or protected Veteran status.