Corporate Paralegal

One of the most sophisticated law firms in the United States, with over 375 lawyers and 300 business services professionals is looking to add a Corporate Paralegal to the team! The firm is looking for someone preferably with experience in anti-money laundering in a Law Firm or Bank environment.

Essential Job Requirements:

• Preparing AML, tax, credit, and other compliance certifications
• Assistance with ongoing compliance and onboarding projects
• Assist with maintenance of Client databases and other tasks.
• Cursory review of agreements based on team’s needs; heavy contact with assigned attorneys; immediate and heavy client contact; attention to detail and responsiveness is imperative.
• Related matters including with billing summaries, reconciliations and discrepancies.
• Assist with maintenance of multiple trackers/checklists; client contact required.
• Prepare and issue form documents to various counterparties and follow up for execution (seek attorney assistance as needed). Direct contact with clients and attorneys needed.
• Must be able to work well various people in different departments and think proactively.
• Must be able to multi-task, work well under pressure, balance priorities.
• Able and willing to work overtime as needed, and on short notice, is essential.
• Work with the various client offices on multiple transactions and follow up.
• Work with Clients to address outstanding matters.
• Maintain and manage workflow assignments; work closely with attorney re: same.
• Assist attorneys with inquires and data searches.
• Provide general administrative support to AML team members and specific clients as needed.
• Other projects as assigned by the AML team leader.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college is preferred;
• A minimum of 2 years of paralegal experience in Corporate law or banking is a plus;
• Paralegal certification from an ABA-approved program is a plus;
• Ability to work independently and work well with others;
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail are critical;
• A desire to learn and adapt as needed;
• Ability to exhibit flexibility and work in a fast paced environment is critical;
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects with simultaneously;
• Ability to work under intense pressure is critical and essential.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New York, NY 10018: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Corporate Law: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10018

Salary : $60,000 - $80,000