Analyst, Legal Operations/ Paralegal

Obra Capital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) program with company match

Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA)

Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA)

Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

Commuter Benefits plan

Daily lunch stipend

Job summary

Obra Capital is seeking a Legal Analyst to support the Legal and Compliance team in New York. The role involves organizing legal documentation, maintaining communication, and assisting with legal forms and meetings. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s Degree in paralegal studies and at least 3 years of experience in a law firm or legal group within a financial services firm. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential. The position offers a competitive salary of $80,000-$100,000 and robust benefits, including health plans and a daily lunch stipend.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in paralegal studies or equivalent training required.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in legal support at a law firm or financial services.
• Strong written and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Maintain communication internally and externally.
• Organize and maintain legal documentation and client materials.
• Assist in preparation of legal documentation under attorney supervision.
• Handle the preparation and filing of certificates and tax filings.
• Coordinate and distribute signatures and closing sets.

Skills

Strong written and analytical skills

Time management skills

Detail oriented

Teamwork oriented

Ability to communicate complex information

Organizational skills

Ability to perform under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in paralegal studies

At least 3 years’ experience in a law firm

Job description

Position Overview

Obra is seeking a Legal Analyst to join our growing team in the New York office. This position will be responsible for supporting the Legal and Compliance team. The department offers the opportunity to gain legal assistant experience while working with an innovative and collaborative team. This role will play an integral part in the Legal and Compliance Department, functioning in both an administrative/operational role and as a paralegal. The ideal candidate is a professional who can think quickly on their feet, excel in a fast‑paced demanding environment, prioritize and multi‑task efficiently, and build relationships across the organization. The ideal candidate will provide clear project status updates and complete work with precision in a timely fashion.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of communication internally and externally
• Organize and maintain books and records, client materials and attorney work product, including litigation discovery assistance and performing legal research
• Under the supervision of an attorney, assist in preparation of legal documentation and routine or special board or other corporate items
• Preparation and filing of certificates of formation, tax filings (SS-4s, 8832s, etc.), registrations and account opening documentation
• Coordination and distribution of signatures and closing sets

Administrative/Operational Support

• Maintenance of checklists and chronological records of project activity, coordination with colleagues and external parties and similar project management responsibilities
• Track various legal processes (non-disclosure agreements, vendor contacts, etc.), and manage process workflow
• Liaise with various departments to facilitate organization and payment of invoices
• Schedule and coordinate meetings and calls, including preparing materials and circulating summaries

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in paralegal studies or similar/complementary paralegal training and certification
• At least 3 years’ experience in a law firm or supporting a legal group within a financial services firm
• Strong written and analytical skills; ability to communicate detailed and complex information to others
• Ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment and be responsive
• Excellent organizational skills; detail oriented
• Ability to excel under time pressure and with competing priorities, and strong time management skills
• Must be teamwork orientated and be able to work independently with minimal guidance

Compensation

The expected base salary range for this role is outlined below. In addition to the base salary, total compensation may include a discretionary bonus based on performance. This range reflects a variety of factors, including years of relevant experience, education, and other qualifications pertinent to the position.

$80,000‑$100,000

The firm also offers robust benefits offerings which include Comprehensive Medical/Rx, Dental and Vision plans; 401(k) program with company match; Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA); Healthcare Savings Accounts (HSA) with company contribution; Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance; Long‑Term Disability (LTD) and Short‑Term Disability (STD) insurance; and Commuter Benefits plan for parking and transit. In addition all employees of Obra are provided with a daily lunch stipend.