Job Description
Our 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 Do Prepare, revise, and finalize corporate and transactional documents, including agreements, closing checklists, and ancillary deal materials Manage deal files and data rooms, ensuring organization and accuracy throughout the transaction lifecycle Coordinate signatures and closings, including tracking deliverables and maintaining closing binders Assist with entity formation, governance documents, and corporate records maintenance Handle UCC filings, due diligence support, and document retrieval Maintain attorney calendars, schedule calls/closings, and facilitate communication across all parties Provide general administrative and project support in a fast-paced transactional environment Why This Role Stands Out Exposure to high-level corporate transactions and deal flow Opportunity to work closely with attorneys who serve as trusted advisors to growing and established businesses A team environment that values efficiency, responsiveness, and attention to detail A firm culture that blends big-firm sophistication with a more collaborative, accessible environment What They’re Looking For 3+ years of experience as a corporate or transactional legal assistant Strong familiarity with M&A or corporate deal processes Experience supporting closings, entity management, and document organization Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with document management systems and data rooms is a plus Professional communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented mindset Compensation & Benefits Competitive 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.