Mission Produce is the global leader in the worldwide avocado business, with additional offerings in mangos. Since 1983, we have invested in people, state-of-the-art technology, and avocado-specific and ripening infrastructure to expertly serve our customers, growers, and partners in over 25 countries. We own and operate four packing facilities in multiple global locations including California, Mexico, and Peru. Our global distribution network includes 12 forward distribution centers in North America, China, and Europe, which promote company expansion into new territories and categories. Throughout our history, we have remained rooted in honesty, respect, and loyalty to provide a year-round supply of high-quality fruit from field to fork.

JOB SUMMARY

Seeking a knowledgeable, organized, and efficient corporate paralegal to support the legal department with general corporate maintenance and transactions. Must be able to perform a wide range of tasks and assist where needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as records custodian for the legal function, including maintaining corporate files related to board and committee materials, stock administration, and Section 16 filings
• Assist with, and facilitate, contracts lifecycle management, including drafting form agreements, overseeing approvals process, maintain contracts trackers, and managing the contracts database
• Monitor and maintain legal and corporate compliance policies and procedures
• Assist with maintenance of corporate entity formalities and organizational documents
• Monitor and track outside counsel fees, accruals, and expenses against budget
• Provide general administrative support for legal and corporate compliance activities
• Perform any other duties as necessary

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• At least 5+ years of professional experience as a paralegal
• Four-year Undergraduate Degree
• Relevant areas of experience include contracts management and drafting, corporate governance, SEC/public company, including section 16 filings, M&A, subsidiary management
• Proficient with various computer systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Prior law firm experience a plus

MISSION PRODUCE CALIFORNIA EMPLOYEE PRIVACY POLICY

This privacy policy ("Policy") sets out how Mission Produce uses and protects any information that you may give Mission Produce in the context of your employment, job application, or other similar working relationship with Mission Produce. This policy also applies to the information we collect about your emergency contacts and individuals for whom we administer benefits relating to your employment with us.

CATEGORIES OF PERSONAL INFORMATION WE COLLECT:

• Identifiers such as your name, postal address, internet protocol address, email address, social security number, driver’s license number, passport number, or other similar identifiers.
• Sensitive information, such as your bank account number, health insurance information, or employment history.
• Characteristics of protected classifications under California or federal law.
• Internet or other electronic network activity information.
• Audio, electronic, visual, or similar information.
• Professional or employment-related information.
• Inferences drawn from any of the above-listed categories of information

HOW WE USE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

We use your personal information to facilitate your relationship with us, including to:

• identify and recruit employees, including by conducting due diligence into employee backgrounds;
• administer our benefit plans, including our health plans for dependents;
• meet our payroll needs;
• analyze your performance, conduct performance reviews, and adjust your role;
• maintain records, such as licensure and credentialing records relating to your role;
• support our HR functions, including handling employee claims, complaints, travel, and administering changes to employment status;
• contact you regarding your work with and relationship to us and in emergency situations;
• meet our legal requirements, such as confirming that you are eligible to work in the U.S.;
• maintain the security and confidentiality of our systems and information, including but not limited to trade secrets;

Salary range: $71,000-102,000