Senior Paralegal (Structured Credit)

Paul Hastings, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

10 Paid Holidays per year and a PTO

Job summary

Paul Hastings, LLP in New York invites applications for a Senior Paralegal (Structured Credit). This role applies advanced transactional knowledge to support lawyers through complex finance deals, coordinating documents, diligence, and closing activities.

The ideal candidate has at least seven years of paralegal and transactional experience, a bachelor’s degree (preferred), and ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate (preferred).

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of paralegal experience.
• At least 7 years’ transactional experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meet and manage billable hours targets.
• Coordinate, organize, prepare and interpret complex transaction documents related to structured finance deals.
• Build and maintain databases and files; file documents and provide copies to relevant parties.
• Manage deal lifecycle tasks: checklists, deadlines, and communications.
• Review UCC financing statements and order/review lien searches; coordinate with vendors.
• Coordinate with internal teams and outside vendors to streamline processes.
• Work overtime and travel as required.
• Handle related projects as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate (preferred)

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

iManage

LexisNexis/Westlaw

SimplyAgree

Litera

Legal billing software

Job description

Paul Hastings is a leading international law firm that provides innovative legal solutions to many of the world's top financial institutions and Fortune Global 500 companies. With a strong presence throughout the U.S., Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, we have the global reach and extensive capabilities to provide personalized service wherever our clients’ needs take us. As one of the world’s leading law firms, we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to service, innovation, and professional growth.

Job Title

Senior Paralegal (Structured Credit)

Location

New York

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Job Description Summary

We have an opening for a Senior Paralegal (Structured Credit). The Senior Paralegal (Structured Credit) applies advanced knowledge of the transactional lifecycle and its associated procedures to provide high-level assistance to lawyers.

Job Description

In this capacity, the Senior Paralegal (Structured Credit) will:

• Perform work proactively, in an efficient and cost-effective manner, so as to permit the Firm to reasonably collect fees for such work;
• Meet expectations of billable hours target of 1,725 (unless otherwise specified);
• With minimal attorney supervision, coordinate, organize, prepare and interpret complex transaction documents related to structured finance deals matters; build and maintain relevant databases and files; file documents and provide copies to relevant parties;
• Manage key aspects of deal lifecycle on behalf of attorneys, including creating and maintaining checklists, identifying critical deadlines, and organizing communications;
• Organize, review, and maintain documents and diligence materials; prepare and distribute signature pages; compile and finalize documents and closing binders;
• Review and file UCC financing statements; order and review UCC lien searches and corporate documents; coordinate with external vendors regarding the same;
• Partner and coordinate with internal resources and outside vendor services;
• Coordinate with other areas/departments of the Firm where overlap exists to develop efficient procedures/communications to streamline processes and satisfy various department needs;
• Work overtime as required; travel as required; and
• Handle additional related projects as assigned.

Proficiencies

• Proficiency in MS Outlook and web-based conference call/web-sharing applications;
• Proficiency in MS Word and document editing/comparison applications;
• Proficiency in MS Excel and spreadsheet/database applications;
• Proficiency in MS PowerPoint and presentation applications;
• Proficiency in iManage;
• Proficiency in online research and internet search resources (LexisNexis/Westlaw), as well as utilizing SimplyAgree, Litera, and other transactional software tools;
• Experience with timekeeping and expense reporting applications; and
• Knowledge of legal billing processes.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of Paralegal experience (required);
• At least 7 years’ transactional experience (required);
• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred); and
• ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate (preferred).

The salary wage range for New York that we expect to pay for this position is a minimum of $101,500 and a maximum of $140,000 annually. The actual pay wage may vary based on experience or other relevant factors.

Employees will be provided with an excellent career opportunity in a collaborative environment, in addition to a generous total compensation package with the opportunity to earn bonuses based on individual contribution and firm profitability.

Eligible employees can participate in the Firm’s comprehensive benefits program, which include the following:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
• Lifestyle Spending Account
• Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
• 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
• Family Support including Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, and Tutoring
• Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health, Menopause and Midlife Health and Well-Being Events)
• Retirement Plan Consulting
• Anniversary Bonus Program
• Professional Development Programs
• Transportation and Commuter Benefits
• International Travel Insurance
• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
• Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
• Prepaid Legal Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• And More!

The Firm fosters an open and inclusive work environment that enables us to provide clients with the innovative thinking of teams rich in talent, experience and creativity. We regularly host programs intended to increase cultural competencies and address key topics related to community, opportunity and inclusion. Learn more about our Global Inclusion initiatives here: Global Inclusion

Paul Hastings is an equal opportunity employer. Pursuant to applicable local law, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the relevant fair chance ordinance.