ABOUT THE TEAM

The Legal & Corporate Affairs team is responsible for safeguarding the company’s reputation, ensuring we are operating with integrity and in line with our strategic initiatives. The Legal team provides high-quality legal services, ensures legal compliance and mitigates risks. The Corporate Communications team works to execute strategic and effective communication efforts that drive brand awareness, preference and reputation with internal and external stakeholders. In addition, the Corporate Social Responsibility & Belonging teams support the company’s environmental and social commitments with a strong focus on pets, people and the planet. The collective team supports the overall success and positive reputation of the company.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree + Paralegal Certificate (ABA-accredited)
• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in a Fortune 500 or equivalent in-house legal department or at a prominent law firm
• Experience in animal related industries, retail, or multi-unit corporate environments is preferred
• Comfortable with a fast pace and ambiguity; no 2 days are alike in this role
• Strong writing, organization, and multitasking skills
• Must have excellent commercial judgment and the communication skills to convey complex legal issues to non-legal professionals throughout the company.
• Comfortable working with associates and leaders from several departments, including officers of the company
• Proficiency with AI tools for workflow optimization
• Proficiency with Riskonnect, ServiceNow, and similar platforms

ABOUT THE ROLE

PetSmart is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Paralegal to join our Legal Department. This role plays a key part in supporting legal functions related to our store operations across the U.S. and Canada.
This role focuses on regulatory responses, internal investigations, litigation support, incident support, and cross-functional projects. This position collaborates closely across departments to manage legal risk and support operational excellence.
We are looking for someone independent, resourceful, and solutions-oriented-someone who can take initiative, own projects, and escalate to counsel as needed.