Junior Paralegal, Contracts

We are looking for someone who: 0-1+ years of experience (internship experience) with a bachelor's degree in law or equivalent is preferred; prior exposure to NDAs or KYC processes is a plus but not required Eager to learn and grow. You are motivated, curious, and excited to develop expertise in legal practice – whether that is compliance, contracts, or funds Organized and efficient. You prioritize well, manage competing deadlines, and keep matters moving without losing attention to detail A strong communicator. You write and speak clearly and professionally, understanding that our clients expect crisp, concise advice A self-starter. You take initiative, work independently when needed, and proactively flag issues before they become problems A team player. You collaborate effectively with lawyers, senior paralegals, and client-facing teams across a fast-paced environment Salary Carta’s compensation package includes a market competitive salary, equity for all full time roles, exceptional benefits, and, for applicable roles, commissions plans. Our expected cash compensation (salary + commission if applicable) range for this role is: $57,012 - $81,099 in Hamilton, NJ (hourly rate of $27.41 - $38.99) $63,731 - $90,640 in Seattle, WA (hourly rate of $30.64 - $43.58) $53,664 - $76,328 in Sandy, UT (hourly rate of $25.80 - $45.78) *Annualized salary based on estimated 40 hour hours per week before overtime We are hiring for multiple levels and locations, so final offers may vary from the amounts listed based on geography, experience and expertise, and other factors. Disclosures: We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing a positive interview experience for every candidate. If accommodations due to a disability or medical condition are needed, please connect with the talent partner via email. Carta uses E-Verify in the United States for employment authorization. See the E-Verify and Department of Justice websites for more details. For information on our data privacy policies, see Privacy , CA Candidate Privacy , and Brazil Transparency Report . Please note that all official communications from us will come from an @carta.com or @carta-external.com domain. Report any contact from unapproved domains to security@carta.com.