Corporate Paralegal

Corporate Paralegal Location: Lebanon, OH Schedule: Hybrid – 4 days onsite, 1 day remote Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire Pay Rate: $25–$30/hour during contract Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Corporate Paralegal to support an established company's in-house Legal Department. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization and play an important role in building and supporting its corporate legal operations. The Corporate Paralegal will work closely with in-house counsel and cross-functional business partners on contract administration, corporate records management, compliance activities, and general legal support. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working with commercial contracts in a corporate environment and is comfortable collaborating with multiple departments in a fast-paced business setting. This role is best suited for someone with corporate or in-house legal experience rather than a background limited exclusively to law firm practice or collections.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing, reviewing, revising, and coordinating contracts, including confidentiality agreements (CDAs), vendor agreements, and commercial contracts under attorney supervision.
• Gather input and coordinate contract reviews with various internal departments and business stakeholders.
• Manage contract execution, maintain contract databases, and ensure accurate document tracking.
• Assist with legal research, document preparation, and corporate filings.
• Prepare business correspondence, legal notices, and other legal documents.
• Maintain corporate records and support corporate governance and compliance initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal departments on contract-related and legal processes.
• Organize and maintain legal files while ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Support special projects and other Legal Department initiatives.
• Manage responsibilities independently while keeping in-house counsel informed of progress and priorities.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Paralegal Studies or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of experience as a Corporate Paralegal, Contracts Administrator, Legal Assistant, or in a similar role.
• Hands-on experience reviewing, coordinating, and managing commercial contracts in a corporate environment.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and internal business partners.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

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