Corporate Paralegal / Legal Assistant

Our client, a publicly traded company, is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal / Legal Assistant to support its legal and finance functions. This is a high-impact role working closely with internal leadership and outside counsel on corporate transactions, banking, and finance matters in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support corporate transactions, including financing, lending, and general business operations
• Assist with preparation and management of deal documents, including credit agreements, loan documents, UCC filings, and closing checklists
• Coordinate with outside counsel on corporate and bank finance matters
• Maintain corporate records, entity management, and governance documentation
• Assist with public company compliance and filings, as applicable
• Track key deadlines, filings, and transaction milestones
• Partner with internal teams, including finance, operations, and executive leadership

Qualifications:

• 3–7+ years of corporate paralegal or legal assistant experience
• Background in banking, finance, or corporate transactions required
• Prior experience at an AmLaw 150 law firm or in-house at a public company strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of legal documentation and deal processes
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting corporate finance, lending, or capital markets transactions
• Exposure to public company compliance and governance
• Paralegal certification or formal legal training

Additional Details:

• Location: Dallas, TX (On-site)
• Start: ASAP
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available)
• Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience