Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

AUTHENTICITY | PASSION | COMMUNITY | INNOVATION | ADVENTURE

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of 15 iconic year-round destinations, including the world’s largest heli-ski operation, offering the Ikon Pass, the new standard in season passes. The Ikon Pass connects the most iconic mountains across North America, Australia, New Zealand, Japan and Chile, delivering authentic, memorable snow adventures. Alterra Mountain Company owns and operates a range of recreation, hospitality, real estate development, food and beverage, retail, and service businesses.

Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, with destinations across the continent, Alterra Mountain Company is rooted in the spirit of the mountains and united by a passion for outdoor adventure. Alterra Mountain Company’s family of diverse playgrounds spans six U.S. states and three Canadian provinces: Steamboat and Winter Park Resort in Colorado; Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, June Mountain and Big Bear Mountain Resort in California; Stratton and Sugarbush in Vermont; Snowshoe in West Virginia; Tremblant in Quebec, Blue Mountain in Ontario; Crystal Mountain in Washington; Deer Valley Resort and Solitude Mountain Resort in Utah; and CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures in British Columbia.  Also included in the portfolio is Alpine Aerotech, a worldwide helicopter support and maintenance service center in British Columbia, Canada. Alterra Mountain Company honors each destination’s unique character and authenticity and celebrates the legendary adventures and enduring memories they bring to everyone.

A career with Alterra Mountain Company is more than what you do today; it’s being part of creating a community rooted in the spirit of the mountains, united by a passion for adventure, and celebrating the legendary adventures and enduring memories that mountains bring to everyone.

BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Free skiing + riding privileges across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for all eligible employees and their dependents. And, discounted rates at non Alterra-owned Ikon Pass destinations.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) policy for eligible employees to rest, relax and recharge
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more
• 401(k) plan with generous company match
• Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their education
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
• Commuter benefits (Denver employees only)
• Brand new Alterra Mountain Company office located in Denver’s RiNo Art District neighborhood

POSITION SUMMARY

The Legal & Social Responsibility division of Alterra Mountain company seeks an enthusiastic Senior Paralegal and experienced Contracts Manager for its fast-paced Legal Services Department.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

General Responsibilities

Legal Review

• Draft and review contracts for an operating company, including lease, sponsorship, event, service-level and non-disclosure agreements
• Draft sweepstakes and contest rules
• Manage trademark portfolio, including coordination of new registrations and renewals with external counsel and key business stakeholder and preparation of cease-and-desist letters
• Participate as a key team member involved in special projects, including M&A due diligence, debt restructures, and other Legal & Social Responsibility- led projects.
• Prepare applications and organize supporting documentation for U.S. and Canadian temporary worker immigration work permits
• Preparation of insurance and risk management reports, as required

Contract Management

• Lead the management, organization, and maintenance of enterprise-wide contract management system including a contract compliance calendar, with support from contracts & compliance administrator
• Lead employee engagement on contract management and compliance, including oversight of employee training, with support from contracts & compliance administrator
• Oversee the management, organization, and maintenance of paper and electronic document library, with support from contracts & compliance administrator

Corporate Governance

• Assist with corporate governance, including preparation on resolutions, consents, resignations, annual filings.
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Expert knowledge of and Advanced experience with contract management software
• Advanced comprehension of legal concepts with respect to contracts
• Advanced understanding of trademark registration process
• Intermediate knowledge of corporate governance in both Canada and U.S.
• Familiarity with U.S. and Canadian temporary workers’ work permit application process
• Advanced proficiency of MSOffice
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to multi-task and be flexible, proactive and dedicated
• Excellent communication, organizational and administrative abilities
• Very detail-oriented with a strong habit of follow-through
• Self-starter and works well under pressure
• Positive, energetic attitude towards guests and peers
• Professional and friendly in both manner and appearance

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree
• Paralegal certificate/diploma
• 10+ years relevant experience

 

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc.’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives and many region-specific benefits.

Denver area base salary range: $85,000 - $128,000 per year

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor/Outdoor: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varying outside weather conditions.

Hazardous Materials/Noise: The noise level in the work place is usually moderate.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and/or the position in its entirety.

This job description is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause.

Employment with Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. or any of its affiliates is “at will” meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.

This position is located in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Denver, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado.

Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Alterra Mtn Co Shared Services Inc. and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.

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