The Global Finance Paralegal supports attorneys in all phases of complex financial transactions, including commercial lending, securitizations, and other corporate finance matters. Responsibilities include conducting due diligence, preparing and reviewing transaction documents, coordinating closings, and managing post-closing activities. The position requires flexibility to work overtime as needed.
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
- U.C.C. experience and demonstrated proficiency
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with clients, partners, associates, paralegals and all staff members.
Preferred:
- 3+ years’ experience at a medium or large law firm in banking or financial transactions
- Paralegal Certificate from an ABA accredited program
- Proficient in DocuSign
Other Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills
- Good judgment
- Works harmoniously and effectively with others as part of a team
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
- A self-starter who shows ownership and commitment to the role
- Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality
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The target salary range for this role is:
$115,000 - $140,000 if located in North CarolinaSalaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email [email protected] (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree with strong academic credentials
- U.C.C. experience and demonstrated proficiency
- Strong interpersonal skills with clients, partners, associates, paralegals, and staff
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent attention to detail and proofreading skills
- Good judgment
- Ability to work harmoniously and effectively in a team
- Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
- Self-starter demonstrating ownership and commitment
- Discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality
- Three or more years of experience at a medium or large law firm in banking or financial transactions
- Paralegal Certificate from an ABA-accredited program
- Proficiency in DocuSign
Sidley Austin LLP Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sidley Austin LLP and has not been reviewed or approved by Sidley Austin LLP.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage is paired with life and disability insurance and wellbeing resources. EAP access, wellness events, screenings, and mindfulness app subscriptions indicate a strong health emphasis.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-building support includes generous fertility coverage plus substantial adoption and surrogacy assistance, alongside backup childcare and eldercare. Paid parental leave is characterized as generous and supportive for eligible staff and attorneys.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is available broadly, and eligible business professionals receive an employer-funded Retirement Plan with service and interest credits toward lifetime income options. London materials also reference pension coverage.
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Sidley is an elite global law firm with approximately 2,300 lawyers and 21 offices worldwide. It advises clients on complex transactional, restructuring, crisis management, investigation, regulatory, and litigation matters. Its lawyers and business professionals work across commercial, regulatory, and financial centers, using cross-border legal expertise and cultural awareness to deliver innovative strategies and clarity for clients navigating a dynamic global business environment.
