Corporate Finance Paralegal – Entry Level

Sidley Austin LLP; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 108 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits

Résumé du poste

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking an entry-level corporate finance Paralegal to gain hands-on experience on complex lending and structured finance matters in a collaborative environment. You will support lawyers and clients, develop closing deliverables, and learn essential UCC and lien search processes under experienced supervision.

The role emphasizes independent judgment within a structured, growth-focused setting and may require overtime during active closings.

Responsabilités

• Develop understanding of negotiated lending and structured finance transactions under supervision.
• Prepare and compile deliverables and closing checklists for closings.
• Review formation documents and officer/secretary certificates.
• Learn lien searches and review search results with service providers.
• Draft and circulate signature pages using DocuSign or equivalent, under supervision.
• Coordinate closing and post-closing workflows with attorneys and senior paralegals.

Connaissances

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Judgment

Follow-through

Interpersonal communication

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

ABA-approved paralegal certificate

Description du poste

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking an entry-level corporate finance Paralegal to gain hands-on experience on complex lending and structured finance matters in a collaborative environment. You will support lawyers and clients, develop closing deliverables, and learn essential UCC and lien search processes under experienced supervision.

The role emphasizes independent judgment within a structured, growth-focused setting and may require overtime during active closings.