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Corporate Paralegal

ESP Enterprises, Houston, TX, United States


Corporate Paralegal Location:

Downtown Houston, TX (Onsite)

Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Compensation:

$65,000 – $70,000 + Paid Parking

About the Opportunity Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Corporate Paralegal to support their in‑house legal team within a corporate environment. This role will partner closely with internal stakeholders and support a wide range of legal functions including contract management, corporate compliance, litigation, and risk management. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced, professional setting and enjoys being a key contributor to business operations.

Top Requirements

3+ years of paralegal experience (corporate/in‑house environment strongly preferred)

Paralegal Certificate required

Experience supporting multi‑state and international matters (U.S. & Canada)

Key Responsibilities

Support in‑house attorneys across corporate, transactional, compliance, and litigation matters

Manage and coordinate the full contract lifecycle including tracking, review, and approvals

Gather, analyze, and summarize information related to legal matters

Coordinate responses to subpoenas, discovery requests, and other legal documentation

Maintain legal files, documentation, and matter management systems

Assist in drafting correspondence, reports, and legal documents

Manage templates, forms, and internal legal resources

Serve as a liaison between legal and internal business partners

Support administrative and project‑based legal initiatives

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

Paralegal Certificate required

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a corporate or law firm setting

Experience working in a national or international organization

Strong understanding of corporate governance and legal processes

Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills

High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

Notary Public (State of Texas)

Bilingual is a plus

Additional Details

Onsite role in a professional downtown office environment

Parking provided

Occasional overtime may be required

Up to 10% travel (primarily local, during business hours)

Why This Role This is a strong opportunity to join a growing organization where the legal team plays a critical role in business operations. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of legal matters while working cross‑functionally with leadership and key stakeholders.

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