Corporate Paralegal - M&A/PE & NDA

Fried Frank group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Corporate Paralegal to support its global Corporate Practice. This vital role involves collaborating with partners and associates to provide essential corporate legal assistance, particularly in reviewing and negotiating non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). The ideal candidate will have over three years of M&A experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues at all levels. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for detail, this opportunity offers a rewarding career path in a dynamic legal setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of M&A experience with expertise in NDAs.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate NDAs while providing guidance to junior associates.
• Maintain documentation of client NDA processes and create resources.

Skills

Reviewing non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency with Outlook

Proficiency with Word

Proficiency with Excel

Online database management

Education

College degree

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

The Corporate Paralegal is a key member of the team supporting the Firm’s global Corporate Practice. This includes working directly with partners and associates to provide corporate legal assistant services across all corporate practice areas and all Firm offices.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Review and negotiate non-disclosure agreements (NDA)
• Review NDA’s negotiated by junior associates and provide guidance and feedback
• Maintain documentation of client NDA processes and procedures
• Create and maintain NDA and KM resources
• Proofread and edit NDA documents

Qualifications:

Education: College degree is required.

Experience: 3+ years of M&A experience; expertise in reviewing and negotiating non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).

Skills and Abilities:

• Expertise in reviewing and negotiating non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
• Must be able to effectively work and communicate with all levels of partners, attorneys, and staff
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with clients
• Proficiency with various software programs including Outlook, Word, Excel, and the Internet
• Proficiency with online database management
• Strong interpersonal skills are a must
• Effective written and verbal communication and strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple assignments while working under pressure to meet important deadlines
• Must be detail-oriented; possess strong organizational skills, and a high degree of accuracy.

The actual salary offered will be based on a number of factors including but not limited to the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.