Paralegal – Legal Support for Nonprofit

About the role

The New York Foundling is seeking a Paralegal to provide essential legal and administrative support that ensures compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies while advancing the organization’s human services mission. Reporting to the Chief Legal Officer, the Paralegal will work closely with program staff, legal counsel, and external partners to facilitate access to services and support the agency’s legal representation.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and support projects related to litigation, contracts, regulatory compliance, and employment matters.
• Conduct legal and factual research, analyze issues, and summarize findings for decision‑making.
• Prepare, review, and organize legal documents and case files, maintaining accurate and confidential records.
• Assist in evaluating program effectiveness through data collection and reporting on key metrics.
• Create reports, presentations, and dashboards to measure program impact.
• Collaborate with internal teams to improve service delivery and advance agency goals.
• Help develop policies, procedures, and best practices for legal and program operations.

Required profile

• Strong commitment to measurable social impact and the nonprofit mission.
• Legal expertise combined with project‑management abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal and external stakeholders.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a historic nonprofit serving vulnerable populations.
• Professional growth within a mission‑driven environment.