Corporate Paralegal (Blue Sky / Securities)

Lee Hecht Harrison

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,000–$120,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Corporate Governance, Corporate Law, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Due Diligence, Establish Priorities, Financial Compliance, Leadership, Legal, Legal Documents, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Reports, SEC Filings, Securities, Securities Investments, Securities Law, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
30 days ago

Corporate Paralegal (Blue Sky / Securities)

Location: Chicago, Illinois (Hybrid or Onsite)

Job Type: Full-Time

Overview

A well-established organization is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal with Blue Sky experience to join its legal and compliance team. This role will support securities filings, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance functions, working closely with attorneys, compliance professionals, and senior leadership.

This is a strong opportunity for a detail-oriented paralegal looking to grow within corporate law, securities compliance, and investment-related matters.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and maintain Blue Sky filings (state securities filings), including initial registrations and renewals

  • Coordinate with regulators and ensure compliance with multi-state securities laws

  • Assist with preparation and filing of SEC-related documents and regulatory reports

  • Support corporate governance activities, including:

  • Board materials

  • Resolutions

  • Entity management

  • Maintain corporate records and legal documentation

  • Assist with due diligence requests, audits, and compliance reviews

  • Partner cross-functionally with legal, compliance, and finance teams

  • Track filing deadlines and ensure timely submissions

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certificate preferred
  • 3+ years of corporate paralegal experience, with Blue Sky filing experience required
  • Strong understanding of securities regulations and multi-state compliance requirements
  • Familiarity with SEC filings and corporate governance practices
  • Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize effectively
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $80,000 - $120,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
  • Potential for discretionary bonus
  • Benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with employer match
  • Professional development and growth opportunities

Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $100,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Katie Soderberg

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