Legal Processor

United Nations Federal Credit Union; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

United Nations Federal Credit Union seeks a detail-oriented documents processor in NYC. Under supervision, you will review legal and tax documents, verify member information, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. This hybrid role supports service excellence and protects confidentiality.

You will perform risk-based document evaluation, escheatment duties, and maintain accurate member records while upholding UNFCU's ethics and standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• 2 years of experience in legal documentation processing in banking or related environment.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. and non-U.S. taxpayer status, legal/tax documentation, and confidentiality regulations.
• Proficient in legal processing best practices with MS Office.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Flexible and adaptable, capable of handling a variety of work responsibilities.
• Able to interpret documents, make sound decisions, and build relationships across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Uphold UNFCU's mission and service excellence in communications with colleagues and members.
• Review deceased memberships and ensure timely responses.
• Evaluate documents and apply risk-based analysis to determine validity.
• Review tax documents and apply risk-based analysis.
• Perform escheatment duties and organize funds transfer to state agencies for payout.
• Verify member's taxpayer status and keep records up to date.
• Ensure compliance with laws and UNFCU's Code of Ethics & Business Conduct.

Skills

MS Office

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Why join this team

Under general supervision, performs moderately difficult processing of legal and organizational documents while verifying member information and ensuring compliance with both governmental and internal regulations. Follows and complies with UNFCU policies and procedures, and performs related duties as assigned.

This position is hybrid.

NYC Salary Range - $55,130 - $60,000 annually; compensation is commensurate to geographic location.

What you'll do

• Regardless of seniority or role, uphold UNFCU's mission, core values, and guiding principles by providing an exceptional service experience to colleagues and members alike through consistent demonstration of our service excellence behaviors
• Review communications for deceased memberships and ensure timely responses
• Evaluate documents and apply risk-based analysis to determine validity
• Review tax documents and apply risk-based analysis process
• Perform due diligence as required by state laws for yearly escheatment; organize funds transfer to state agencies for final payout
• Verify member's taxpayer status by mailing certification forms and ensure that member records are up to date
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and UNFCU's Code of Ethics & Business Conduct

What we're seeking

• High School Diploma
• 2 years of experience in legal documentation processing (tax certification, restraining notices, tax levies, death/estate claims and unclaimed funds) in a banking or related environment

• Strong knowledge of U.S. and non-U.S. taxpayer status, legal/tax documentation, and regulations related to confidentiality and disclosure

• Proficient in legal processing best practices with strong computer skills, including MS Office

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively

• Flexible and adaptable, capable of handling a variety of work responsibilities

• Able to interpret documents, make sound decisions within authority, and build relationships across all levels of the organization

What makes you stand out

• Highly detail-oriented, with strong analytical skills and the ability to adapt to changing situations

• Solid expertise of U.S. and non-U.S. taxpayer status, legal/tax documentation, and confidentiality/disclosure regulations

• Understanding of legal processing best practices and techniques

Who we are

UNFCU is a global not-for-profit financial institution that serves the UN community. We are committed to providing peace of mind to our members and colleagues and strive to achieve service excellence in all that we do. The best part of UNFCU is the people. Those that choose to work with us often find personal fulfillment, professional growth and a purposeful culture.

UNFCU is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. UNFCU prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by country, federal, state or local laws.