About the Position:
Our client, a sophisticated private investment firm in Chicago, has an active need for a corporate paralegal to support the company’s legal function, compliance and governance, entity management, and operations. This firm was founded by a distinguished leader known for her entrepreneurial vision, civic commitment, and strong track record of building successful businesses.

Highlights:
· Firm founded by a prominent figure in the Chicago community
· Outstanding leadership and company culture
· Entrepreneurial and dynamic environment

Responsibilities:
· Draft, review, and edit legal correspondence, contracts, agreements, memoranda, and transactional documents
· Manage corporate entities by maintaining organizational charts, ownership records, and corporate minute books, and overseeing formation, dissolution, compliance, and registrations
· Support transactions by preparing due diligence materials, disclosure schedules, closing checklists, and ancillary documents; coordinate signatures and document delivery; and manage post-closing matters
· Ensure compliance and governance by tracking deadlines, preparing annual reports, and assisting with KYC and regulatory filings
· Handle operations, including processing legal invoices and managing vendor communications

Required Qualifications:
· 5+ years of experience as a paralegal in a law firm, corporate legal department, or investment-focused environment
· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
· Experience with real estate, private equity, or family office work preferred
· Strong understanding of entity management, commercial transactions, and regulatory compliance
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with legal document management systems
· Experience with entity management software or databases a plus

Location:
Chicago, IL

Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $130,000 – $140,000.