Corporate Paralegal Job at Robert Half (Houston)

Corporate Paralegal

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Houston

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are looking for a Corporate Paralegal to support legal and government operations for a fast-growing company advancing sustainable industrial innovation. Based in Houston, Texas, this position partners closely with legal leadership to keep corporate, regulatory, and governance matters organized, timely, and execution-focused. The role is ideal for a highly organized individual who can manage outside counsel coordination, maintain critical records, and contribute to compliance and external affairs initiatives across a dynamic business environment.

Job Responsibility:

Lead coordination of legal projects by organizing priorities, aligning stakeholders, and following through on deadlines and required deliverables
Administer legal records, contract files, and matter trackers to ensure accurate documentation and easy access to key information
Work with external law firms and service providers on engagement logistics, matter oversight, invoicing, and efficient use of legal spend
Support transaction and corporate documentation readiness by gathering materials, tracking status, and helping maintain complete records
Maintain governance and entity management materials, including corporate records, subsidiary documents, and board-related files
Assist with export control and trade compliance activities by coordinating internal reviews, monitoring obligations, and supporting licensing and reporting needs
Prepare summaries, dashboards, and briefing materials that help legal leadership monitor progress across active matters and strategic initiatives
Contribute to government and policy-related efforts by supporting legislative tracking, compliance reporting, and preparation of external affairs documentation
Provide project coordination for senior leaders on legal, regulatory, and cross-functional initiatives tied to departmental goals

Requirements:

At least 5 years of experience in paralegal work, legal operations, compliance coordination, program management, or a closely related field
Bachelor’s degree required
paralegal certification or a Juris Doctor is preferred
Demonstrated ability to support corporate transactions, commercial agreements, and ongoing corporate compliance activities
Experience coordinating outside counsel and managing legal workflows across multiple matters at the same time
Working knowledge of export control requirements, including ITAR and other applicable regulatory frameworks
Familiarity with government relations, policy support, or lobbying-related compliance activities is preferred
Strong project management, organization, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively across departments
Background in a startup, manufacturing, chemical, technology, or other regulated environment is preferred

Nice to have:

paralegal certification or a Juris Doctor is preferred
Familiarity with government relations, policy support, or lobbying-related compliance activities is preferred
Background in a startup, manufacturing, chemical, technology, or other regulated environment is preferred

What we offer:

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
enrollment in company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 03, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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