Communication Skills, Contract Management, Corporate Governance, Data Management, Detail Oriented, Diversity, Document Management, Documentation, Due Diligence, Executive Recruiting, Financial Services, Leadership, Legal, Licensing, Maintain Compliance, Mergers and Acquisitions, Microsoft Office, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Paralegal, Post Closing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Submissions, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Time Management
Corporate Paralegal
Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search, a Hispanic Women Owned & Operated National Recruiting Firm stands at the forefront of innovation and excellence. Led by a visionary team with a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion, our firm is dedicated to identifying and attracting top talent across the nation. With a unique blend of cultural insight and professional expertise, we pride ourselves on creating an environment that fosters success for both employers and candidates.
A prestigious and fast-growing national financial services company is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to join its in-house legal team. This role will support general corporate matters, regulatory compliance, M&A, and contract management. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and bring strong attention to detail, discretion, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and maintain corporate governance documents, including board resolutions, consents, minutes, and formation documents
- Support M&A activity, including due diligence, data room management, and post-closing documentation
- Coordinate regulatory filings and assist with compliance tracking and document management
- Maintain and update entity management systems, including subsidiaries and licensing records
- Assist with the preparation, negotiation, and tracking of vendor and service agreements
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, outside counsel, and compliance teams to support ongoing legal needs
- Help manage legal templates and implement process improvements for workflow efficiency
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a corporate paralegal, ideally in an in-house or financial services setting
- Strong understanding of corporate governance, legal entity management, and transactional support
- Experience working with entity management software (e.g., hCue, GEMS, or similar platforms)
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with document management and contract tracking tools preferred
- Bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate required
This is a high-impact opportunity to work directly with senior leadership in a collaborative and mission-driven organization. Competitive compensation and benefits package offered.
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