Paralegal / Legal & Administrative Support

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

About You and the role:

As a Paralegal / Legal & Administrative Support you will provide broad-based legal and administrative support under the direction of attorneys. Your role requires a strong understanding of legal principles and company policies and involves applying that knowledge to a range of legal work and business operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and act as a resource for team members while proactively identifying ways to improve processes and ensure compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist attorneys with the preparation, review, and management of legal documents and contracts within the assigned practice area.
• Manage administrative responsibilities including maintaining legal files, records, and databases in compliance with internal controls and corporate policies.
• Recognize and resolve typical legal or administrative issues by applying established procedures and precedents with minimal supervision.
• Ensure adherence to company standards such as the Authorization Policy and other legal and compliance protocols. Identify inefficiencies in workflows and recommend modifications to improve operational effectiveness.
• Monitor deadlines and maintain task tracking systems to support timely completion of deliverables.
• Facilitate communication within the legal team and with other departments, exchanging detailed information effectively.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum Graduate with 3-5 years of experience
• Prior experience in a legal or corporate compliance environment preferred.
• Broad knowledge of legal processes, procedures, and systems.
• Proficient in legal research tools, document management software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  

Your Skills:

• Sound judgment and the ability to make decisions within defined procedures.
• Ability to understand how legal operations integrate with broader business objectives.
• Capable of gaining proficiency through structured training and day-to-day exposure.
• Commitment to ethical conduct and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Strong organizational skills with a sharp eye for detail.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing multiple tasks independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
  
  

Additional Notes

• Relocation assistance is not available with this position.
• The ability to accommodate a flexible schedule aligned with international time zones (if required) is essential.
  
  

Benefits – What Dow Offers You

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
• Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
• Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
• Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
• Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
• Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)
  

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow Chemical International Pvt Ltd

Dow Chemical International Private Limited (Dow India) aims to be the most innovative, sustainable, inclusive customer-centric materials science company. The company is committed to delivering the right solutions to its customers’ challenges. With broadest technology sets spanning performance materials, industrial intermediates, and plastics Dow India delivers differentiated science-based products and solutions in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, automobile, and consumer care.

A Great Place to Work Certified company with approximately over 1000 employees, its operations comprise of manufacturing sites, innovation center, established centers of excellence, and commercial office. As a responsible corporate, the company supports its Corporate Social Responsibility (program) with technology expertise and employee volunteerism. Dow India works with non-profit partners towards the empowerment of differently abled, women, and children in communities where it operates. The company aims to redefine the societal blueprint, by supporting holistic sustainability and circular economy initiatives.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.