Senior Specialist, Paralegal

BNY Mellon; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BNY Mellon seeks a Senior Associate, Paralegal for the US Retail Regulatory Group in New York City. You will support US registered fund filings, governance activities for fund boards, and mentor junior paralegals while coordinating with lawyers, service providers, and regulators.

The role emphasizes accuracy, deadlines, and cross-team collaboration within the Legal group, offering a path for growth in a premier financial services firm.

Qualifications

• Paralegal certificate or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years' experience with US registered fund regulatory filings.
• Experience with board governance support preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet timelines and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide paralegal support for timely and accurate US registered fund regulatory filings.
• Support multiple fund boards with ongoing governance activities.
• Assist in training and supervising other paralegals.
• Collaborate with counterparties, outside counsel, service providers, board members, internal teams, and regulators.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Paralegal certificate

Job description

Senior Associate, Paralegal - US Retail Regulatory Group

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees' growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world's investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance - and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We're seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Associate, Paralegal - US Retail Regulatory Group to join our Legal team. This role is located in New York City.

In this role, you'll make an impact in the following ways:

• Provide paralegal assistance and support to legal professionals responsible for timely and accurate completion of a high volume of US registered fund (e.g., ETFs, mutual funds) regulatory filings and related documentation
• Support multiple fund boards with ongoing governance activities
• Assist in training and supervising other paralegals in connection with US fund regulatory filings
• Collaborate with counterparties, outside counsel, service providers, board members, internal business lines and departments, and regulators as needed

To be successful in this role, we're seeking the following:

• Paralegal certificate from a business school, college, or university, or equivalent experience as a paralegal in a corporate, government, or private law firm setting
• 3-5 years' experience with US registered fund regulatory filings
• Experience with board governance support activities preferred
• Strong analytical skills and working knowledge of mutual fund regulatory filings
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet timelines
• Proven ability to organize, prioritize multiple tasks, and deliver precise and timely work products under time constraints
• Ability to work effectively with others and demonstrate initiative, high work standards, and a flexible, proactive, and energetic attitude

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Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $70,000 and $100,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the BNY total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and Company-sponsored benefit programs. This position is at-will and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, change in geographic location, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.