Paralegal

Brighton Jones • Seattle, WA

22d • $85,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Legal and Compliance team at Brighton Jones plays a crucial role in ensuring the firm operates with the highest ethical and legal standards. We provide guidance and support across various aspects of the business, including regulatory compliance, client agreements, vendor contracts, and corporate governance. We are a collaborative, supportive, and highly team-oriented group that values proactive legal support, shared ownership, and strong partnership across the firm. We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented teammate who will provide comprehensive administrative and paralegal support, including navigating complex issues and taking ownership of meaningful projects, to the Legal and Compliance team. The ideal candidate will be independent and proactive, while also bringing a strong team approach – someone who works well with others, communicates clearly, contributes to a positive team dynamic, and understands that success in this role depends on trust, collaboration and follow-through. This person should demonstrate excellent judgment, structured communication and organizational skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or paralegal certificate from ABA-approved school preferred.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of professional work experience as a legal assistant or paralegal, highly preferred in financial services.
• Familiarity with SEC regulatory framework for investment advisers (e.g., Advisers Act concepts, Form ADV) preferred.
• Experience supporting audits, regulatory exams, or compliance programs within financial services strongly preferred.
• Strong project management and problem-solving mindset with ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and enterprise document management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously under tight deadlines or quick turnaround times.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfort working alongside AI tools and a curiosity to continuously learn and adopt new ways of working as technology evolves.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation and subsequently oversee and maintain the firm’s CLM system to ensure agreements are reviewed, approved, and archived in accordance with firm policies.
• Support continuous improvement of legal operations by optimizing the intake process and workflow automation.
• Create, edit, revise, redline, and proofread documents. Draft/formal legal documents and correspondence.
• Assist with entity management activities, including formations, registrations, annual renewals, and state filings.
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of regulatory filings (e.g., Form ADV, state registrations, and related disclosures).
• Assist with review of firm’s marketing content for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Develop or assist in developing and maintaining written policies and processes for the Compliance team.
• Assist in developing testing procedures of firm data in accordance with regulations and provide results and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Oversee routine requirements of the firm’s insurance portfolio and program, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage the preparation for annual insurance renewals, including gathering documentation from different business stakeholders and completing applications, under attorney supervision.
• Support teams across the firm, providing flexible and timely support on tasks and projects.
• Present and communicate issues in a clear, concise and effective manner to technical and non-technical audiences.

Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees
• 401(k) with 100% match up to 3% of annual compensation
• Equity ownership opportunities for every employee
• New Business Incentive Program
• Generous employee referral bonus
• Cell phone data reimbursement
• Financial planning services discount for employees and immediate family members
• Minimum 3 weeks PTO starting Day 1
• Winter Break, Summer Friday flex-days, and 10 paid holidays
• Unlimited Volunteer Time Off plus company grant matching
• Heavily subsidized transit
• 100% reimbursement for required training, certifications, licensing, and dues
• Personal career development plans
• Richer Life Business Partner (coaching for all employees)
• Mindful Emotional & Social Intelligence training
• Annual professional & personal wellbeing stipend
• Quarterly team-building events
• Regular social events
• Employee-led book clubs, committees, and affinity groups
• Paid Parental leave (13 weeks for birthing parent and 6 weeks for non-birthing parent)
• Adoption benefits
• Anniversary milestone celebrations, including a 3-month paid sabbatical at 10 years

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree