Administrative Skills, Attorney, Communication Skills, Contract Management, Corporate Compliance, Corporate Governance, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Document Management, English Language, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Legal Document Management Software, Legal Documents, Legal Support Skills, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Multilingual, Multitasking, Negotiation Skills, Office Equipment, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Coordination, Reporting Skills, Research Skills, Risk Management, Team Player, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Houston, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago
Position Title: Paralegal/ Legal Assistant
Location: Houston, TX
Assignment Type: Direct Hire
Compensation: $60,000-70,000
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-5
Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
Summary / Role Overview
The Paralegal / Legal Assistant provides comprehensive support to an internal legal team across a broad range of legal and administrative functions. This role assists with contract administration, corporate compliance, litigation support, risk management, and project coordination, while also serving as a point of contact for internal business partners. The position requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
Legal & Administrative Support
Support day‑to‑day legal operations by coordinating legal and administrative matters with internal teams
Assist with contract lifecycle management, including tracking, organization, and approvals
Conduct factual research, gather information, and prepare concise summaries related to legal matters
Draft correspondence and routine legal documents under attorney direction
Prepare standard reports and assist with data analysis as needed
Document & Matter Management
Organize, collect, and manage both electronic and hard‑copy legal documents
Maintain legal files and utilize matter management and document tracking systems
Manage and update a library of legal templates, forms, and standardized documents
Coordinate responses to subpoenas, discovery requests, and other legal inquiries
Coordination & Communication
Act as a liaison between the legal team and internal stakeholders
Track deadlines, approvals, and documentation related to legal matters
Escalate issues as appropriate and seek attorney guidance when needed
Support project coordination related to legal initiatives
General Support
Perform general office and administrative tasks related to legal operations
Complete special projects and additional duties as assigned
Core Competencies
Knowledge of corporate governance principles
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Negotiation and organizational abilities
High ethical standards and professionalism
Detail‑oriented with strong time management skills
Collaborative, team‑focused mindset
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
At least three years of experience in an in‑house legal department or law firm environment preferred
Demonstrated experience supporting legal operations, contracts, and document management
Preferred Qualifications
Paralegal certification
Notary registration (state‑specific, preferred but not required)
Exposure to enterprise legal or document management software
Additional Qualifications
Fluency in English; bilingual capabilities are a plus
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across all organizational levels
Demonstrated integrity, discretion, and sound judgment
Self‑motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision
Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
Comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
Professional, tactful approach when handling sensitive or difficult situations
Supervisory Responsibility
This role does not have direct supervisory responsibilities
Physical & Work Environment
Primarily office‑based, indoor work environment
Regular use of standard office equipment
May involve sitting, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting up to approximately 25 pounds
Occasional overtime may be required
Limited local and out‑of‑area travel may be necessary
Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.
About the Company
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Addison Group
Need a job? Need an employee? Then you need Addison Group, the professional staffing and search firm that has reshaped the industry with our excellent placements in the Administrative & HR, Engineering, Executive Search, Finance & Accounting, Healthcare, and IT sectors.
Addison Group has enjoyed rapid growth since its inception in 1999, when a group of visionary industry leaders in Chicago set out with the simple goal of recruiting the best candidates for the best companies. With the help of its strategic investment partner, Trilantic Capital Partners, Addison Group has expanded its reach across the country through 13 offices and six core industry sectors, from Administrative to IT.