Corporate Legal Assistant

$65k - $85k

Full-time

Robert Half

Corporate Legal Assistant (Hybrid – Chicago)

An established multi-family office headquartered in downtown Chicago seeks a detail-oriented Corporate Legal Assistant to support a growing legal department. This is a unique opportunity for early-career legal professionals looking to build a strong foundation in corporate legal operations and gain direct exposure to complex investment, compliance, and business matters. Our client fosters a collaborative team culture, offers comprehensive benefits, and provides a direct path to career growth—including advancement opportunities and future law school sponsorship consideration.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain legal files and organize corporate documents
Draft form documents and assist with legal agreement preparation and review
Support closing processes by assisting with transaction deliverables
Manage corporate books and records for multiple entities
Assist with vendor invoicing and department budgeting
Complete Know Your Customer (KYC) forms and compliance documentation
Handle day-to-day deliverables and ad hoc requests from the business team
Contribute to special projects and company-wide initiatives

Qualifications:

Prior experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment
Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate or relevant coursework a plus
Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced setting

Why Apply:

Flexible hybrid work (downtown Chicago office with remote flexibility)
Starting base salary $65,000–$85,000, commensurate with experience
Full benefits package (medical/dental/vision/401k, and more)
Experienced team with strong mentorship and proven internal advancement

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