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Labor & Employment Paralegal

$80,000 - $101,000 (multiple factors may influence placement within this range).

Memphis, TN

Paralegal, Labor & Employment, provides essential support to assigned attorneys and Human Resources clients, managing workflow from HR to the attorney, facilitating communication, gathering and reviewing documents for employment decisions, conducting legal research, and drafting updates.

• Review Background Check results and advise on rescission of employment offers.
• Respond to questions from Human Resources on drug and alcohol testing.
• Review claims and claim status for employees requesting FMLA/State Medical leave; second opinions; extenuating circumstances for leave, Short Term Disability/Sickness & Accident; review termination requests.
• Respond to routine questions on attendance policy violations.
• Review Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) and recommend changes prior to attorney review.
• Review and revise termination letters.
• Review and summarize new state laws, draft HR updates.
• Prepare and present training on background checks, I‑9, FMLA, PIPs, personnel records, etc.
• Review requests for personnel files, provide data to litigation paralegal or outside counsel.
• Respond to immigration-related questions including visas, promotions, relocations, visa renewals, and USCIS audit preparation.
• Manage HR preparation for SMETA, SEDEX, FSC and other audits.
• Review severance documents for attorney approval.
• Assist HR with RIF document collection and preparation.
• Conduct preliminary research on policies, processes, laws, and other HR inquiries; summarize findings for attorney review.
• Prepare training courses in LMS and maintain content on Legal/HR SharePoint site for Human Resources.

• Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or related field required.
• Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in labor & employment with outside firm or corporate legal department experience.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Customer‑focused.
• Technical skills (Microsoft Office 365, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills.
• Self‑motivated/action‑oriented.
• Must be able to work independently.

• Understanding of employment law, including Title VII, FMLA, ADA, and state leave laws.
• Proficiency in reviewing and drafting legal documents (termination letters, separation agreements, etc.).
• Ability to conduct limited legal research and summarize findings under supervision of L&E attorney.
• Skilled in preparing and delivering training content for HR teams.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Experience with LMS platforms, preferred.
• Familiarity with HRIS systems and document tracking tools.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and organization.
• Skilled at multitasking in fast‑paced settings.
• Effective collaborator with HR, Legal and other internal department teams.

International Paper (NYSE: IP) is the global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee, USA, with EMEA headquarters in London. The company employs more than 65,000 team members and serves customers worldwide across 30+ countries.

International Paper promotes employee well‑being with safe, caring, inclusive workplaces. The organization values respect, engagement, and diversity, inviting employees to bring creativity, talents, and safety mindset.

By supporting sustainable practices, International Paper contributes to a better future for people, planet, and the company. Employees say they are proud to be IP.

International Paper offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short‑term and Long‑term Disability, 401(k) with company‑funded contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and voluntary benefits such as insurance for home, auto, vision and pets.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Legal

Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing