Paralegals
Chicago, IL · Full-Time · $120,000 - $145,000 BOE · Posted Oct. 14, 2026
Please submit resume and salary expectations to leah@Platinum-Staffing.com
The Global Finance Paralegal manages all aspects of large-scale financial transactions and will assist with research and document management. The position requires overtime.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Support lawyers in the Global Finance Group on commercial loans, securitizations and other corporate finance transactions;
Draft and arrange for the recordation of U.C.C. financing statements and fixture filings and exhibits;
Research Article 9 & U.C.C. issues;
Obtain, review and analyze lien search reports and prepare lien summaries;
Obtain incorporation/formation documents and prepare initial drafts of ancillary closing documents;
Review, summarize and organize due diligence materials;
Conduct, monitor or coordinate a closing and all post-closing activities;
Review closing documents for completeness and compliance;
Prepare and distribute closing books;
Other responsibilities as assigned by the lawyers or paralegal manager
Education and/or Experience:
Required:
BA/BS with strong academic credentials
Minimum 10+ years’ experience at a medium or large law firm in banking or financial transactions
U.C.C. experience and demonstrated proficiency
Preferred:
Paralegal Certificate from an ABA accredited program
Proficient in DocuSign
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with clients, partners, associates, paralegals and all staff members.
Other Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities