Paralegal
Overland Park, Kansas (KS), US
Building the people that build the world.
With platforms in HVAC and Detection and Measurement, SPX Technologies builds innovative solutions that enable a safer, more efficient, sustainable world. Through our RiSE talent development framework, we Reach, Identify, Strengthen, and Engage our employees to support them in their continued development. We’re a global company of problem solvers, collaborators, and innovators, and our businesses build solutions that impact the world.
As part of HVAC Cooling, SPX Cooling Technologies is a leader in high quality industrial HVAC equipment used to cool large facilities like hospitals, data centers, and power plants. With cooling towers, fans, and refrigeration units, companies rely on brands like Marley, Recold, and SGS to provide comfort and mission critical and industrial cooling solutions.
How you will make an Impact (Job Summary)
We are seeking a skilled and business-savvy Corporate & Transactional Paralegal to support our Cooling, Air Movement, and Air Handling businesses within SPX’s HVAC segment. This role will play a key part in contract review and negotiation, legal operations, and technology deployment, especially in support of commercial sales teams, as well as AI initiatives.
The position is ideal for someone who enjoys working cross-functionally, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and brings a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
What you can expect in this role (Job Responsibilities)
While each day brings new opportunities at SPX, your core responsibilities will be:
- Contract Support
- Liaise directly with internal stakeholders and external customers to ensure agreements align with business and legal objectives
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of customer-facing agreements (e.g., sales, NDAs)
- Support bid and proposal processes, including review of customer-submitted terms
- Maintain and update master terms, templates, databases, and T&C matrices
- Legal Technology Process Improvement
- Manage and optimize the Ironclad contract lifecycle management (CLM) platform
- Contribute to AI evaluation and deployment efforts
- Assist with legal process improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects
- Administrative and Operational Support
- Provide administrative support to the Legal team, including calendar coordination, travel logistics, and other administrative support
- Coordinate with Corporate Risk department as needed for bonding and insurance
What we are looking for (Experience, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education)
We each bring something to the table, and we are looking for someone who has:
Required Experience
- Minimum of 3+ years of relevant corporate paralegal experience, preferably within a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment
- Experience with contract review and negotiation is required
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Experience in legal operations or compliance functions is a plus
- Exceptional attention to detail and organization
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and build relationships with stakeholders
- Business-minded, analytical problem-solver with a collaborative and proactive mindset
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal document management systems
- Experience with AI systems and tools
- Comfortable operating in a dynamic environment and handling confidential matters with integrity
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent paralegal certification strongly preferred
Travel & Working Environment
The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Onsite office environment, Monday – Friday; Hybrid work schedule available after satisfactory completion of probationary period
- Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds
- Keyboarding/typing
- Ability to read effectively from a computer screen and/or a paper copy
- Ability to handle a large volume of work and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to effectively verbally communicate
- Office environment with varying noise levels
How we live our culture
Our culture is at the center of what we do and, more importantly, who we are. Our core values set a standard for how we manage ourselves, and our Leadership Model sets the standard for how we engage with each other. Whether you are an individual contributor or you lead a large team, each of us leads at SPX.
What benefits do we offer?
We know that the well-being of our employees is integral. Our benefits include:
- Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
- Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
- Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
- Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs
Our commitment to embrace diversity to build a culture of inclusion at SPX
We value different backgrounds, experiences, and voices at SPX, and we are committed to challenging ourselves, openly communicating, and striving to improve every day. We believe in creating an inclusive work environment where everyone has a voice and is encouraged to realize their fullest potential.
SPX is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer committed to making selection decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.