Corporate Paralegal

Atlas; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Your birthday off

Generous Parental Leave Program

Growth and development opportunities

Job summary

A legal services firm in Chicago is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to manage legal documentation and support governance processes. Ideal candidates will have over 6 years of experience in corporate legal or operations roles, with strong expertise in contract lifecycle management and international document authentication. This office-based role offers a collaborative environment focused on legal efficiency and compliance.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in a corporate legal or legal operations role.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance and regulatory compliance.
• High level of discretion and integrity in handling sensitive legal matters.
• Notary Public Certification in Illinois or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize legal databases and document repositories.
• Support legal operations projects and policy updates.
• Review and manage contracts and legal documents.
• Oversee domestic and international entity management.
• Conduct legal research and provide summaries to support decision-making.

Skills

Contract lifecycle management

Entity governance

International document authentication

Legal research

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, Business Administration

Paralegal certification

Tools

Legal research tools

Document management systems

Job description

Corporate Paralegal at Atlas

The Corporate Paralegal plays a key role in supporting Atlas’s legal operations by managing complex legal documentation, overseeing corporate governance processes, and ensuring compliance across jurisdictions. This position serves as a strategic partner to internal stakeholders and external counsel, driving operational excellence and legal risk mitigation. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in contract lifecycle management, entity governance, and international document authentication—including notarizations and apostilles. This role requires a high level of autonomy, attention to detail, and the ability to lead initiatives that enhance legal efficiency and scalability.

This is an office-based role in Chicago, IL.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize legal databases, document repositories, and contract management systems.
• Support legal operations projects and initiatives, including process improvements, technology implementations, and policy updates.
• Review and manage contracts, NDAs, and other legal documents in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
• Oversee domestic and international entity management, including maintaining corporate records, preparing board materials, and coordinating filings.
• Assist with regulatory compliance initiatives, including tracking obligations and supporting audits.
• Assist with obtaining apostilles and other document authentications for international use, ensuring compliance with applicable jurisdictional requirements.
• Conduct legal research and provide summaries to support decision-making.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, HR, Sales, and other departments to ensure legal alignment.
• Coordinate and facilitate notarization of legal documents, including affidavits, powers of attorney, and corporate filings.
• Serve as a reliable point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, following through on commitments and proactively resolving issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in legal studies, Business Administration, or related field; Paralegal certification will also be considered.
• 6+ years of experience in a corporate legal or legal operations role, preferably in a mid-to-large organization
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, entity management, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and document management systems.
• High level of discretion and integrity in handling sensitive legal matters.
• Notary Public Certification in Illinois or willingness to obtain; experience with notarizing corporate documents.
• Familiarity with apostille processes and international document legalization requirements.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with legal technology platforms (e.g., CLM systems, entity management software).
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership; able to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with international legal frameworks and cross-border transactions.
• Project management experience in a legal or corporate setting.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to lead cross-functional initiatives
• Proven ability to follow through on complex tasks and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work with a purpose — simplifying global expansion across borders and cultures
• A diverse and inclusive environment
• Country-specific benefits
• Flexible PTO
• Your birthday off and a day for you to volunteer and give back to the organization of your choice
• Generous Parental Leave Program
• Growth and development opportunities with access to a top learning content provider
• The opportunity to challenge yourself in a high-performing organization and leave each day knowing you have made an impact.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Atlas Technology Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital or civil union status, or any other status protected by law. Atlas will provide accommodation on request during the recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

This role will be subject to a background check under local law after an employment offer has been made. References may be requested at the final stage of the process.