Corporate Paralegal

Insight Global; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Corporate Paralegal in San Jose, CA. The role involves providing legal support primarily on contracts and intellectual property for a high-performance semiconductor firm. Candidates should have 7-15 years of paralegal experience in corporate settings and a strong background in corporate governance. This full-time position offers a hybrid schedule and is ideal for candidates looking to advance in the semiconductor industry.

Qualifications

• 7-15 years of Paralegal experience at a corporate, publicly traded company.
• Strong experience with corporate governance.
• 3+ years of experience with contract management.

Responsibilities

• Assist with proxy statement preparation and shareholder meeting coordination.
• Support contract administration, including organizing contract files.
• Provide entry-level support for patent and trademark management.

Skills

Paralegal experience in corporate settings

Corporate Governance experience

Contract management experience

Familiarity with Ironclad software

Self-motivated

Ability to work in multinational environments

Education

Bachelor's degree or Paralegal Certification

Tools

Ironclad contract management software

Job description

Base Pay Range

$50.00/hr - $55.00/hr

Title

Corporate Paralegal

Location

San Jose, CA 95131

Schedule

M‑Th in office, F remote

Duration

6‑month contract to hire

Pay

$50‑$55/hour (more for perfect fit)

Required Skills & Experience

• 7‑15 years of Paralegal experience at a corporate, publicly traded company
• Strong experience with Corporate Governance
• 3+ years of experience with contract management (contract review, business agreements, NDAs, etc.)
• Experience with Ironclad contract management software, or equivalent
• Comfortable with hybrid schedule 4 days/week onsite
• Self‑motivated and willingness to take on new challenges
• Comfortable working in environment with multinational presence

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

• Exposure to technology or semiconductor industry legal matters
• Bachelor's degree, Paralegal Certificate (from an ABA‑approved or accredited program), or Associate's in Paralegal Studies

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Sr Corporate Paralegal to work for a leading high‑performance semiconductor technology company sitting out of the Camarillo or San Jose office. You will provide legal support to the in‑house legal team, focusing primarily on contracts, intellectual property (IP), and proxy work. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal to gain experience in the growing semiconductor and technology industry. The ideal candidate will have foundational paralegal experience in a corporate and publicly traded company environment.

Responsibilities

• Corporate Governance Support:
  • Assist with proxy statement preparation and shareholder meeting coordination
  • Support proxy solicitation processes and shareholder communication efforts
  • Help maintain stockholder records and assist with proxy‑related correspondence
  • Support annual meeting preparation and documentation
• Contract Support:
  • Assist with contract administration, including organizing contract files, tracking key dates, and maintaining contract databases
  • Support contract review processes by identifying standard terms and flagging issues for attorney review
  • Help prepare routine agreements such as NDAs and basic vendor agreements using established templates
  • Monitor contract compliance deadlines and assist with renewal processes
• Intellectual Property Assistance:
  • Provide entry‑level support for patent and trademark portfolio management, including data entry, deadline tracking, and document organization
  • Assist with routine IP correspondence and filing preparations under supervision
  • Help maintain IP records and databases, ensuring accuracy and timely updates
  • Support patent and trademark application processes by preparing basic documentation and coordinating with external counsel
• Administrative and General Support:
  • Provide administrative assistance to legal team, including scheduling, file management, and correspondence
  • Assist with invoice processing and budget tracking for outside counsel
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors as needed

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Other (Semiconductor Manufacturing)