Corporate Paralegal
Corporate Paralegal at The Planet Group — Chesterfield, Missouri, United States
- Company: The Planet Group
- Location: Chesterfield, Missouri, United States
- Employment type: CONTRACTOR
- Salary: USD 60–65 / hour
- Posted: 2026-06-17
About this role
Corporate Paralegal
Contract to hire
Hybrid
Chesterfield, MO
60-65/hr
Must Haves :
5+ years relevant experience
Bachelors Degree
Strong MS Office, writing, communication skills
Good time management/Organizations skills
Preferred :
CP/CRP
Legal & Compliance Specialist (Paralegal / Legal Operations) Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Legal & Compliance Specialist to support a growing organization with a broad range of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and legal operations initiatives. This role is ideal for a paralegal or legal operations professional who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment and is comfortable managing multiple workstreams across corporate, compliance, and transactional matters.
Experience in the construction or infrastructure space is a plus, but not required.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Governance & Filings
Manage and coordinate corporate filings across multiple jurisdictions, including annual reports, entity registrations, and renewals
Maintain corporate records, entity structure, and governance documentation
Track and ensure compliance with state-level requirements and deadlines
State Prequalification & Licensing
Prepare and submit contractor prequalification packages for state and municipal agencies
Maintain and renew licenses, registrations, and certifications required for operations
Monitor regulatory changes impacting qualification status
Compliance & KYC
Support Know Your Customer (KYC) and vendor onboarding processes, including document collection and verification
Assist with internal compliance programs, ensuring adherence to applicable legal and regulatory standards
Maintain organized compliance records and audit trails
Legal Due Diligence (Buy-Side M &A)
Assist with legal due diligence for acquisitions and strategic investments
Review and organize data rooms, summarize key findings, and track diligence requests
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (legal counsel, finance, deal teams)
Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)
Support the implementation and ongoing management of a Contract Lifecycle Management system
Help design workflows, templates, and contract repositories
Assist with contract intake, organization, and tracking throughout the contract lifecycle
General Legal Operations
Improve legal processes and workflows to increase efficiency and scalability
Coordinate with outside counsel on various matters
Provide ad hoc support on legal and compliance initiatives as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required; Paralegal certification or equivalent experience preferred
5+ years of experience in a paralegal, legal operations, or compliance role
Experience with corporate governance, filings, or regulatory compliance
Familiarity with KYC processes and/or due diligence workflows
Exposure to contract management systems and legal tech tools preferred
Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Nice to Have:
Experience in construction, infrastructure, or engineering-related industries
Experience supporting M&A transactions or corporate development teams
Familiarity with multi-state regulatory environments
What Success Looks Like
Corporate entities remain in good standing across all jurisdictions
Filings, prequalifications, and compliance requirements are proactively managed
Legal due diligence processes are organized and efficient
CLM system is successfully implemented and adopted by the business
Legal and compliance operations run smoothly with improved efficiency over time
Why Join Us
Opportunity to build and shape legal/compliance infrastructure from the ground up
High visibility role working closely with leadership
Exposure to strategic transactions and operational initiatives
Collaborative and fast-moving environment with meaningful impact
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