Corporate Paralegal

Whitman Advisory Job Community; New York (NY); On-site; USD 92,000 - 197,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Whitman Advisory Job Community, a distinguished law firm with offices across major markets, seeks an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys on governance, transactional work, and business planning. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience, a college degree or paralegal certificate, and strong skills in Word and Excel.

This full-time role offers a competitive benefits package and exposure to complex corporate matters in multiple locations including New York

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in corporate governance, business planning, financial matters, or transactional legal practice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with corporate matters, business transactions, and ongoing governance requirements.
• Support the preparation, review, organization, and maintenance of corporate documents and transactional records.
• Assist with business planning, corporate structuring, and related documentation.
• Coordinate transaction processes, maintain records, and track deadlines and deliverables.
• Prepare and organize materials for corporate filings, approvals, and other transactional requirements.
• Maintain accurate corporate records and ensure documents are organized and accessible.
• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and internal teams to support efficient matter management.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and confidentiality.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Independent & collaborative work

Education

College degree or paralegal certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Salary: $92,000–$197,000 annually, depending on experience

Locations: Baltimore, MD; Hackensack, NJ; New York City, NY; or Wilmington, DE

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

An established law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support attorneys on corporate matters, business planning, governance, and transactional work. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering accurate, high-quality support to attorneys and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist attorneys with corporate matters, business transactions, and ongoing governance requirements.
• Support the preparation, review, organization, and maintenance of corporate documents and transactional records.
• Assist with business planning, corporate structuring, and related documentation.
• Coordinate transaction processes, maintain records, and track deadlines and deliverables.
• Prepare and organize materials for corporate filings, approvals, and other transactional requirements.
• Maintain accurate corporate records and ensure documents are organized and accessible.
• Collaborate with attorneys, clients, and internal teams to support efficient matter management.
• Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in corporate governance, business planning, financial matters, or transactional legal practice.
• College degree and/or paralegal certificate required.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and professionalism.
• Annual Salary: $92,000–$197,000, commensurate with experience.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Opportunity to support attorneys on corporate governance, business transactions, and complex legal matters.