Senior Corporate Paralegal

Lee Hecht Harrison

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$105,000–$135,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Corporate Compliance, Corporate Governance, Dental Insurance, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Legal, Mentoring, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Process Improvement, Regulations, Team Player, Time Management, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
15 days ago

Senior Corporate Paralegal

Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

$105,000 - $135,000 per year

About the Role

A growing organization is seeking a Senior Corporate Paralegal to support a dynamic legal team across corporate governance, compliance, and transactional matters. This role offers high visibility and the opportunity to take ownership of key legal processes in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage corporate governance and entity maintenance, including formations, dissolutions, annual filings, and minute books

  • Maintain and organize corporate records and compliance documentation

  • Support M&A and transactional work, including due diligence, closings, and document tracking

  • Draft and review corporate documents (resolutions, agreements, certificates)

  • Coordinate with internal teams, outside counsel, and regulatory agencies

  • Monitor deadlines and ensure timely filings and compliance

  • Assist with process improvement and mentor junior team members

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience as a corporate or transactional paralegal

  • Strong experience with corporate governance and entity management

  • Exposure to M&A, finance, or real estate transactions preferred

  • Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate preferred

  • Highly organized with strong attention to detail

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Compensation

  • Base Salary: $105,000 - $135,000

  • Bonus eligible

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Paid time off and holidays

Pay Details: $105,000.00 to $135,000.00 per year

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