Paralegal, Capital Markets

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Posted Aug 25, 2026

Remote · US · ask about Worldwide Full Time

$70K – $100K/yr

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Overview

This role supports complex financing transactions and ongoing legal operations within the Capital Markets Legal function. The paralegal works closely with attorneys, business partners, and external counsel to help ensure seamless execution of capital markets transactions and ongoing compliance with contractual requirements in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Transaction Support: Assist attorneys with the preparation, review, and organization of documentation for structured finance transactions, including securitizations, warehouse facilities, and forward flows. Manage checklists, closing deliverables, and electronic transaction binders.
Corporate Formation & Governance: Draft resolutions, certificates, and other governance documents for organizational entities. Support ongoing compliance with contractual and regulatory obligations.
Document Trackers: Develop, update, and maintain trackers (utilizing AI tools) for transaction terms, reporting obligations, covenants, and related requirements to support compliance and accuracy across deals.
Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline processes, implement tools, and improve the efficiency of the Capital Markets Legal function.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Finance, Treasury, Operations, and Compliance teams to ensure accurate and timely legal support.
Other duties as assigned: Perform additional responsibilities assigned by supervisors or other managers related to the position/department.

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Requirements

Experience: Minimum 2 years of paralegal experience in a medium to large law firm, or 4 years of in-house legal department experience with a corporate focus, preferably with exposure to capital markets, structured finance, or financial services.
Education: Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certification preferred.
Knowledge: Working knowledge of capital markets and corporate governance processes.
Project/organizational skills: Exceptional organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Legal skills: Strong research, drafting, and proofreading skills.
Tools/technology: Proficiency with project and knowledge management technology tools, including leveraging AI tools.
Independence and problem-solving: Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and proactively resolve issues.
Attention to detail: High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
Communication: Excellent communication skills and proven ability to work effectively across teams.
Professionalism: Commitment to professionalism and collaboration.

Compensation & Benefits

$70,000 – $100,000 annually

Additional Information

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and other required skills.

The employer may alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer the role, or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified applicants or employees to perform essential functions of the job and enjoy employment benefits and privileges as required by law.