Corporate Legal Assistant

Corporate Legal AssistantOur client, a well-established Houston, Texas law firm with a strong reputation in corporate and transactional work, is seeking a Corporate Legal Assistant to support a busy group of attorneys handling M&A, private equity, finance, and general corporate matters. The firm is known for combining sophisticated legal work with a practical, business-minded approach for middle-market and larger companies across a range of industries. This position sits alongside a high-performing corporate team and plays a key role in keeping transactions moving efficiently from start to finish.

You'll be deeply involved in the mechanics of deals—supporting attorneys through drafting, organization, and execution—while also serving as a reliable point of coordination across clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams.What You'll DoPrepare, revise, and finalize corporate and transactional documents, including agreements, closing checklists, and ancillary deal materialsManage deal files and data rooms, ensuring organization and accuracy throughout the transaction lifecycleCoordinate signatures and closings, including tracking deliverables and maintaining closing bindersAssist with entity formation, governance documents, and corporate records maintenanceHandle UCC filings, due diligence support, and document retrievalMaintain attorney calendars, schedule calls/closings, and facilitate communication across all partiesProvide general administrative and project support in a fast-paced transactional environmentWhy This Role Stands OutExposure to high-level corporate transactions and deal flowOpportunity to work closely with attorneys who serve as trusted advisors to growing and established businessesA team environment that values efficiency, responsiveness, and attention to detailA firm culture that blends big-firm sophistication with a more collaborative, accessible environmentWhat They're Looking For3+ years of experience as a corporate or transactional legal assistantStrong familiarity with M&A or corporate deal processesExperience supporting closings, entity management, and document organizationHighly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple prioritiesProficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with document management systems and data rooms is a plusProfessional communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented mindsetCompetitive salary based on experience plus a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, HSA contribution, PTO, paid holidays, firm-paid parking and 401(k). Cerami Search Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are evaluated based on qualifications without regard to any protected status under applicable law.