Job Title: Contract Corporate Transactions Paralegal (Proactive Posting)
Location: Chicago, IL (On-Site or Hybrid Based on Client Needs)
Job Type: Full-Time | Contract
Practice Area: Corporate Transactions, Contract Administration

Now Hiring – Chicago: Contract Corporate Transactions Paralegal (Proactive Opportunity)

LHH Recruitment Solutions is proactively recruiting experienced Corporate Transactions Paralegals for anticipated contract opportunities with law firms and in-house legal teams across Chicago. As the demand for transactional support continues to grow, we are building our talent pipeline to connect skilled professionals with meaningful, high-impact work the moment it becomes available.

If you have experience supporting corporate, commercial, or real estate transactions, and are looking to align with top-tier legal teams, now is the time to position yourself ahead of the curve.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and review contracts and transactional documents, including purchase and sale agreements, lease agreements, NDAs, amendments, and joint venture documents

• Assist with the organization, tracking, and administration of contract lifecycles from initial draft through execution and renewal

• Coordinate with attorneys, internal stakeholders, and external counsel to support deal execution and documentation

• Conduct and manage due diligence tasks such as ordering and reviewing title reports, surveys, entity documents, and public record materials

• Assist in the preparation of closing binders, signature packets, and post-closing documentation

• Maintain organized files and contract management databases, and track critical dates and obligations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate preferred

• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting corporate or commercial transactions (real estate, M&A, or contract administration experience is a plus)

• Familiarity with corporate governance documents, deal timelines, and closing processes

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and contract/document management software

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple deadlines

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Notary Public certification (preferred but not required)

Why Apply Now?

• This is a proactive job posting—we anticipate upcoming needs for transactional paralegals and are building our candidate pool in advance

• Be among the first considered for high-value contract roles as they open in Chicago

• Work with some of the region’s top law firms and in-house legal departments

• Competitive compensation based on experience and project scope

• Gain exposure to a variety of industries and deal types in a flexible, project-based environment

If you’re a detail-oriented corporate or transactional paralegal looking for your next opportunity in Chicago, apply now to join our proactive legal talent network. One of our recruiters will be in touch as soon as relevant opportunities become available.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance