Corporate Paralegal

Job Title: Corporate Paralegal

Industry: Nonprofit / Legal / Association

Location: Arlington, VA (100% Onsite, metro-accessible)

Assignment Type: Direct Hire

Pay: $60000 – $80000 / Year (depending on experience)

Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (Onsite, 5 days/week)

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with our client, a well-established nonprofit organization, to identify a detail-oriented and motivated Corporate Paralegal . This organization plays a vital role in advocacy and education within the maritime and defense community and is seeking a professional who can contribute to their mission through precise legal and administrative support.

Job Description:

The Corporate Paralegal will provide comprehensive legal and administrative assistance to the Chief Operating Officer and General Counsel. This role involves managing contracts, maintaining compliance records, conducting research, and supporting corporate governance activities. The ideal candidate will be proactive, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities within a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and edit contracts, agreements, and related legal documents.
• Maintain and organize corporate records, filings, and registrations.
• Support the contract lifecycle process—from drafting to execution and renewal.
• Conduct legal research and compile findings for attorney review.
• Prepare board resolutions, meeting minutes, and other governance materials.
• Coordinate with external counsel to ensure regulatory and compliance standards are met.
• Manage scheduling, correspondence, and expense tracking for the COO.
• Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive legal and organizational information.
• Support general administrative functions within the legal department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal Certificate strongly preferred.
• 2–3+ years of experience as a Corporate Paralegal or Legal Administrative Assistant.
• Prior experience within a law firm, nonprofit, association, or in-house counsel environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and contract management systems; experience with Westlaw preferred.
• Excellent research, communication, and writing skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Professional demeanor, discretion, and long-term career mindset.

Additional Details:

• Reports to: Chief Operating Officer / General Counsel
• Interview Process: Addison Group screening, virtual interview with COO, followed by in-person interviews with leadership team.
• Start Date: As soon as possible; client will wait for the right candidate.
• Candidates must have held their most recent role for at least 18 months to be considered.

Perks:

• Collaborative, tight-knit team within a mission-driven organization.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to both corporate governance and nonprofit legal operations.
• Comprehensive benefits including PTO, federal holidays, commuter benefits, disability coverage, etc.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

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