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Join SEI’s Legal Department as a Paralegal, supporting compliance initiatives and regulatory documentation while collaborating with various internal teams.

Responsibilities: Prepare and file state regulatory documents, research compliance requirements, monitor project deadlines, and collaborate with internal departments.

Skills: Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools like Westlaw.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and preferable Paralegal certification, with at least 2 years of experience as a paralegal or legal assistant.

Location: Minneapolis, MN; travel may be required.

Compensation: $28 - $43 / Hourly

SEI’s Legal Department is a collaborative team of attorneys and professionals based in Minneapolis, MN and Herndon, VA, who proactively partner with business and academic leaders to create opportunities for students to accomplish their goals through an academically rich, outcome-based online and in-person education, while minimizing institutional risk. The Legal Department serves all SEI entities, including, but not limited to: Capella University, Strayer University, Sophia, and Torrens University. This position will report directly to the Senior Associate General Counsel.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare state regulatory documents for filing and provide support for timely submission of required compliance reports
• Research state authorization, compliance, and professional licensure requirements for legal review 
• Monitor and track state reporting and project deadlines to support deliverables within established timelines
• Collaborate with various internal departments including campus operations, facilities, student and academic affairs to support project initiatives
• Maintain repository for shared department access of state authorization and regulatory compliance related documents
• Collaborate with other legal team members to efficiently use team resources, refer projects and inquiries to appropriate colleagues, and monitor, track, and advise on matters from initiation through conclusion
• Maintain familiarity with higher education compliance regulatory requirements and related best practices
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree

Certificates, licenses and registrations:

• Paralegal certification preferred

Work Experience:

• 2 years work experience as a paralegal or legal assistant

Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of research and organizational skills
• Excellent analytical, oral and written communication skills
• Must have strong computer skills (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Other:

• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Keen attention to detail and issue spotting
• Experience with Westlaw and basic legal research.  
• Strong work ethic and ability to prioritize, multitask, adapt and re-prioritize nimbly in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• Effectively communicate throughout various levels of management within the organization. 
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive company information
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this job. 
• Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant
• Must be able to lift at minimum 1 lbs.
• Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
• Travel via plane, car, and metro may be required to perform this job.

SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.

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SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.

$28.75 - $43.50 - Hourly

If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at [email protected].