Oakley

Requisition ID: 843830 

Position:Full-Time

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to “see more and be more” thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

Our portfolio of more than 150 renowned brands span various categories, from frames, lenses and instruments to brick and mortar and digital distribution as well as mid-range to premium segments. Our Shared Services Team, accompany and enable others within the EssilorLuxottica collective to achieve their targets. They keep people and projects running smoothly, ensuring every part of our business is provided for and well taken care of.

GENERAL FUNCTION

This position will primarily support the Litigation team, which is part of the Legal Department as well as providing operational support for the Legal Department in North America. The paralegal will work with the attorneys on the Litigation team, the Head of Legal Operations as well as clients across multiple geographies and functional areas. This paralegal is a team player that demonstrates consistent high-level performance and maintains the utmost professional demeanor and highest level of confidentiality and trust. The paralegal will work under the direct supervision of an attorney. 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Litigation team, which includes several sub-groups: General Liability, Labor & Employment, and Regulatory.
• Assist in all aspects of handling litigation, including reviewing service of process; managing deadlines; maintaining electronic matter management information; assisting with investigations, assessments, and settlement authority requests; document hold management; collecting information, data, and documents; discovery responses; and electronic discovery obligations.
• Manage reporting obligations, including preparation of global litigation, financial, and due diligence reports.
• Facilitate responses to inquiries and audit requests from government agencies and public and private subpoenas.
• Organize and prioritize daily administrative responsibilities, organize multiple projects with the Department executive leadership team, and ensure important matters receive top priority.
• Accurately communicate relevant and potentially sensitive information to and from others, maintain a high level of confidentiality, and exercise good judgment.
• Anticipate and follow up on requests and issues with a proactive, problem-solving approach.
• Provide administrative and clerical support to attorneys including file and correspondence management, word processing, document summaries, scheduling, travel, preparation of expense reports, ordering supplies, etc.
• Assist with technology issues.
• Support the operational efficiency of the Legal Team working with the Head of Legal Operations, as needed.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3+ years of experience with a reputable, highly rated law firm, and/or in-house legal department.
• Experience supporting and assisting litigation counsel in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-starter who is innovative, able to multi-task, and able to work independently with minimal oversight.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail, timeliness, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency and is proactive.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide range of constituents, including various internal clients at different levels within the organization, outside counsel in North America and abroad, colleagues within the global Legal Department, and a diverse variety of other contacts.
• Expert level strength in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Document Management Systems.
• Passion and commitment to profession.
• Proven record of high integrity.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Paralegal certification

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts. 

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the Luxottica Ethics Compliance Hotline at 1-888-887-3348 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.