Paralegal

Posted April 26, 2024
LocationBethesda
Job Type Direct Hire
Industry Finance
ContactDirect Hire Team

Job Description

The Ford Agency is actively seeking a detail oriented Paralegal to join a growing and successful private equity firm. The Paralegal will work closely with the legal team managing contracts and compliance, and will also support legal projects for HR, operations and other departments. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with solid corporate paralegal experience looking to join a motivated and forward thinking team!
 
Responsibilities Include:
  • Manage transaction filings, state and federal filings, and corporate filings
  • Manage the contracts process, including renewals, post-execution deliverables, and other deadlines
  • Oversee signature processes and coordinates notarizations
  • Assist with HR compliance, including employment agreements and contracts
  • Research federal and local employment laws to maintain compliance
  • Assist with other paralegal tasks
 
Qualifications Include:
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 2+ years of corporate paralegal experience
  • Strong research and analytical skills
  • Excellent project management skills
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Excellent editing and proofreading skills
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
  • Proficient in Microsoft 365 and overall tech savvy software skills
 
Key points:
  • Private Equity
  • In-Person
  • Bethesda, MD

Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.
 
The Ford Agency is a recruiting firm based in Washington, D.C. We represent a broad range of organizations including: non-profits, associations, legal, consulting, and government relations firms. This position is an opening with one of our clients.