Legal & Risk Management Coordinator at Nelson-Jameson, Inc

Location: Wauwatosa, WI or Greater Milwaukee Area (hybrid)

Job Type: Part-Time (15-20 hours per week anticipated)

Compensation: $21.00 per hour

Benefits: Flexible scheduling, hybrid work, hands-on experience supporting real legal and risk matters, company-provided equipment, and professional development support.

About Us

At Nelson-Jameson, we’ve been a trusted partner in the food manufacturing industry since 1947. We provide high-quality products and innovative solutions that help businesses maintain top standards in quality, safety, and compliance. As a family-owned company, we believe in accountability, teamwork, and growth—for our people and the business. We take pride in our close-knit, supportive culture where every team member has a voice and the chance to grow. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a team that works hard and stays optimistic, we’d love to have you join us!

Job Summary

The Legal & Risk Management Coordinator provides part-time support to Nelson-Jameson’s Legal & Risk Management function through contract administration, compliance tracking, insurance reporting, and risk mitigation activities. Working closely with the Director of Legal & Risk Management, this role assists with first-line contract reviews, drafts and tracks legal documents, maintains governance and licensing records, and supports OSHA/DOT reporting and insurance renewal cycles. In this role, you’ll work on live legal and risk matters that directly support business operations.

This position is designed for current or recent students pursuing studies in legal administration, paralegal studies, risk management, pre-law, or a related field. It offers hands-on experience with real contract work, compliance programs, and insurance processes inside a business environment—not simulated assignments. The role is primarily remote, with one day per week onsite in our Wauwatosa office for coaching and collaboration. The schedule is flexible around your classes, and success requires a self-starter who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable handling confidential information in an independent work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Support
• Support contract administration by conducting first-line reviews, drafting/editing documents, coordinating task assignments, tracking progress in the contract system, and scheduling related meetings.
• Administration of contract lifecycle management system at the direction of the Director.
• Assist with ethics and compliance activities, maintain legal records, support corporate governance filings and licensing requirements, and provide administrative and project support to the Director.
• Perform legal research, organize litigation materials, and help with budgeting activity related to legal matters.
• Risk Management
• Investigate and process workers’ compensation, liability, vehicle, and property claims; assist with insurance renewals through data gathering and submission
• preparation.
• Support OSHA/DOT reporting, maintain risk policies and documentation, participate in audits/reporting cycles, and help develop and track mitigation plans.
• Monitor key risks, support control effectiveness assessments, and assist with budget and report preparation for risk-related activity.
• General Administration
• Provide scheduling support, meeting preparation, and documentation follow-up; organize records and shared resources.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and training materials; collaborate with internal departments and external partners including insurers, brokers, and legal counsel.
  

Why Nelson-Jameson?

At Nelson-Jameson, we offer more than just a job; we provide an opportunity to grow and succeed within a family-owned company that values innovation, collaboration, and hard work. You’ll be part of a trusted industry leader, working alongside passionate professionals who are dedicated to making a difference.

As a golden rule company, we strive to maintain a culture of honesty, integrity, and kindness. Our organization is committed to operating ethically and respecting people, our community, and the environment. With us, you’ll become part of a hard-working team that takes pride in providing safe, high-quality food to communities around the world.

With Nelson-Jameson, You’ll Receive

• Competitive Compensation: $21.00 per hour
• Real-world experience supporting actual contracts, compliance, and claims work.
• Flexible schedule built around class commitments and remote work with one onsite day for hands-on learning.
• Direct mentorship from an experienced legal and risk leader.
• Exposure to the business side of legal work, beyond law firm settings.
• Cross-functional experience with operations, finance, compliance, and leadership teams.
• Professional development in research, communication, documentation, and project coordination.
• Company-provided equipment for remote work success.
• Annual allowance for company-branded clothing
• Annual Wellness Stipend & other wellness programs
• And much more!
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Required:
• Education: Actively or recently enrolled in an Associate’s or Bachelor’s program in paralegal/legal administration, risk management, business, pre-law, or related field.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides).
• Ability to handle confidential information responsibly.
• Self-starter with the discipline to work independently in a remote environment.
• Ability to be onsite one day per week at our Wauwatosa office.
• Preferred:
• Up to 2 years of combined exposure to legal or risk topics through coursework, internships, research projects, or part-time roles.
• Familiarity with insurance administration, OSHA/DOT reporting, or claims management.
• Experience supporting documentation workflows or task tracking.
  

How To Apply

If you’re ready to drive your career forward with a company that values hard work, safety, and excellent customer service, apply now on our career site!

Nelson-Jameson, Inc. and NEXT Logistics, LLC. are Equal Opportunity Employers. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, and veteran status.