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Corporate Legal Assistant

Vaco, Memphis, TN, United States


Corporate Legal Assistant
Overview
The Corporate Legal Assistant provides administrative and legal support to in‑house counsel and legal leadership, ensuring the efficient operation of the corporate legal function. This role supports contract administration, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and internal legal processes while maintaining a high level of confidentiality, accuracy, and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Provide day‑to‑day administrative and legal support to in‑house attorneys and legal leadership

Assist with drafting, reviewing, and managing corporate legal documents, including contracts, NDAs, amendments, and correspondence

Coordinate contract lifecycle tracking, execution, and document storage

Maintain corporate records, entity documents, and governance materials (e.g., board minutes, resolutions, filings)

Support compliance and regulatory initiatives by organizing documentation and tracking deadlinesManage attorney calendars, meetings, and internal legal communications

Coordinate with internal stakeholders (HR, Finance, Operations) and external counsel as needed

Prepare reports, presentations, and summaries for legal and executive review

Maintain organized electronic filing systems and ensure document version control

Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism

Qualifications

2+ years of experience as a legal assistant, corporate paralegal, or similar role (in‑house experience preferred)

Strong understanding of corporate legal terminology and documentation

Experience supporting contracts, corporate governance, or compliance activities

High attention to detail with strong organizational and deadline‑management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); document management systems preferred

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced corporate environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Professional, discreet, and service‑oriented approach

Salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, they will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com.

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