Transactions Paralegal Jobs

We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for a(n) Transactions Paralegal to help support our corporate business. As a global-diversified manufacturing company, it’s sometimes hard to explain all the different things we do. We like to say, “we’re the biggest company no one has ever heard of.” We are confident you interact with one of our products in your daily life without knowing it. Whether it’s the mattress you sleep on, the car you drive, the plane you fly on, or the furniture you sit on, our high-quality components are there supporting you. If you join our team, your work will ensure people across the world have a little more comfort in their lives.

As a(n) Transactions Paralegal you will have the opportunity to work with employees at all levels at all locations. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the business by reviewing and preparing contracts that reflect the overall profitability of the company. The team you will be working with is collaborative, and values continuous improvement.

So, what will you be doing as a(n) Transactions Paralegal?

• Coordinate and support contract review by internal and external counsel and internal subject matter experts
• Assist in drafting, filing and follow-up on corporate contracts
• Assist with due diligence on Mergers & Acquisition projects
• Assist with budgeting and expense tracking
• Research, analysis, and application of applicable transactional laws
• Review invoices from outside counsel and other service providers
• Support general Contractual and M&A-based projects
• Assist with preparing and maintaining M&A documents and project organization and reporting

• Provide general administrative support to the attorneys in the Transactions Group

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

• Effectively prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines
• Outstanding level of organization
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Protect confidentiality of sensitive information
• Proficient with Microsoft Office

Things we consider a plus:

• Accounting or financial background
• Bachelor’s degree

What to Do Next

Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available.

Our Values

Our values speak to our shared beliefs, and describe how we approach working together.

• Do the Right Thing focuses us on acting with honesty and integrity, delivering the results the right way, taking pride in our work, and speaking the truth – good or bad.
• Take Ownership and Raise the Bar demonstrates our responsibility to add value and make a difference, challenge the status quo and biases to make things better, foster innovative and creative solutions to drive impact, and explore new perspectives and embrace change.
• Do Great Work…Together occurs when we engage without hierarchy, collaborate as a team, embrace challenges, and work for the good of all of us.
• Put People First reflects our commitment to safety and care of each other, learning and development, and creating an inclusive environment of mutual respect, empathy and belonging.

Our Commitment to You

We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!

We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications. Even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications, we’d love the opportunity to consider you.

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