This position will be based out of Itasca, IL in a hybrid capacity.
Position Overview
Join our fast‑paced legal team and contribute to the evolution of commercial finance in the greater Chicago area. As a Senior Paralegal, you will support attorneys across a broad range of high‑impact legal and operational matters, including corporate governance & entity management, commercial finance, supplier and third‑party contracting, regulatory and compliance initiatives, and day‑to‑day departmental operations.
In this role, you will also serve as a key point of support in managing our legal matters through the department’s matter‑management system, Brightflag. This includes opening and closing matters, processing invoices, running reports, tracking important dates, entering status updates, and ensuring matters are accurately maintained throughout their lifecycle.
This position is ideal for a proactive, detail‑driven paralegal who enjoys managing complex workflows, partnering with multiple departments, and supporting a busy in‑house legal team.
Commitment to Internal Control:
This position is required to possess a comprehensive understanding of and adhere to the system of internal controls associated with the fundamental duties and responsibilities of the role. This includes compliance with SOX and all other pertinent regulatory and compliance policies and requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Matter Management (Brightflag)
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Manage legal matters using the department’s matter management software,Brightflag, including:
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Opening and closing mattersin accordance withinternal procedures
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Processing and routing outside counsel invoices for review and approval
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Tracking and updating key dates, deadlines, and status changes
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Running standard andad‑hocreports for attorneys and leadership
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Ensuring matter records are complete,accurate, and properly maintained
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Timely andaccurateprocessing of outside counsel invoices.
Responsibility and Decision-Making Authority:
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Acts independently within the scope of established company policies and legal department guidelines.
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Identifiesissues requiring escalation to attorneys.
Management/Supervisory Responsibilities:
Qualifications
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Working knowledge of commercial contracts, secured transactions, and basic UCC concepts.
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Strong drafting, research, and organizational skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively with attorneys, business units, and outside counsel.
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Familiarity with legal technology, matter‑management systems (preferablyBrightflag), and documentmanagement tools.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Positive, professional, and respectful workplace demeanor.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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5+ years of related legal experience, preferably in commercial finance, transactional law, or an in‑house legal department.
Education and Experience:
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Bachelor or associatedegree from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Paralegal certificate.
Working Hours:
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Typical business hours:40-45+ hours per week. Occasional work outside of normal business hours depending on business needs.
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This position follows a hybrid work model, requiring a regular on‑site presence in the Itasca, Illinois office while allowing for designated remote‑work dayseach week. The specific schedule may vary based on business needs, team coordination, and transaction or project demands.
Travel:
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0%-5%; Occasional travel as needed.
Physical Demands:
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Digital dexterity and hand/eye coordination in operation of office equipment
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Light lifting andcarrying ofsupplies, files, etc.
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Ability to speak to and hear customers and/or other employees via phone or in person
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Body motor skills sufficient to enable incumbent to move from one office location to another
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The job description does not constitute an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
The position is non exempt and the salary will be between $99,500.00 and $125,000.00 with an opportunity to earn a discretionary annual bonus.
The salary range is determined and based on internal equity, market data/ranges, applicant's skills, prior relevant experience and education.
Additional benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and vision plans
- 401(k) and matching
- Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Training and Development Opportunities
- Employee Discounts
