Project Assistant
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Job Description
Vedder Prices Chicago office is seeking a Project Assistant. This is a high-profile entry-level position offering a unique opportunity to learn Finance and Transaction work from the ground up. As a project assistant youll gain foundational knowledge and skills while providing task-based support to the paralegals who work directly with the attorneys.
As the Project Assistant your duties will include but not be limited to:
- Annual billable target of 1050 hours
- Review and organize due diligence materials
- Organize UCC filings and lien searches
- Assist with obtaining and completing forms and filing documents
- Routinely organize and maintain files related to various transactions
- Review and track closing documents
- Prepare closing documents and assist at closings
- Prepare closing sets (electronic and/or hard copy)
- Follow up track and organize post-closing items
- Work with vendors to order and process requests
Skills & Competencies:
- Ability to learn quickly and apply training to practical issues
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to multitask and exercise successful time management
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Willingness to work overtime
Qualifications & Required Experience:
- Bachelors degree a certificate from an ABA approved paralegal training program or equivalent experience preferred
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully an individual must be proficient in the following software:
- Microsoft Office Suite Outlook; Edge or Chrome; Adobe
- Experience in DocuSign iManage or secured file transferring software is a plus
Compensation Range: $50000/yr. to $55000/yr.
At Vedder Price we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:
- Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
- Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
- Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
- Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health dental and vision plans along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts firm-paid Life and Disability benefits and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
- Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days paid holidays sick time and personal days.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
- Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
- Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
- Additional Perks: Employee discount program pre-tax commuter benefits back up child & elder care Employee Assistance Program (EAP) fitness center discounts and more.
Join Vedder Price and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race color gender sex age religion creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations) medical condition protected veteran status gender identity genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. We participate in E-verify.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Price Recruiting Team at
Employment Type
Full-Time
