Paralegal

At Leaders Credit Union, our mission is to “Power your passion and make lives better.” We are a member-owned financial cooperative, meaning we exist to serve the needs of the consumers who own accounts at Leaders Credit Union. As one of the largest and most stable credit unions in West Tennessee, our purpose is to provide a sound, convenient alternative to traditional banking.

Core Values

• Member Focused
• Team Oriented
• Community Minded
• Forward Thinking
• Trusted Partner

Why Leaders?

• Great benefits! We offer healthcare, vacation time, sick time, 401k options, and a profit-sharing plan. Our Human Resources team ensures our benefit packages remain competitive.
• Work with a mission! Our mission to “power your passion and make lives better” is lived out daily by all team members.
• Extensive training! We provide thorough training on job responsibilities and offer monthly classes on topics like mortgage products and conflict resolution.
• Room for growth! As a growing financial institution, we promote from within and support personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist Legal Counsel in preparing and reviewing legal documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on regulatory compliance issues.
• Manage and organize legal files, documents, and records.
• Coordinate with internal departments to gather necessary information for legal matters.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations affecting the financial industry.
• Provide administrative support to the legal department as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies, Legal Studies, or related field preferred.
• Paralegal certification from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a paralegal, preferably in a financial institution or law firm.
• Excellent research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with keen attention to detail.
• Must maintain a professional, courteous, and friendly atmosphere for members and co-workers.

Schedule

This position follows a standard schedule of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Occasional overtime may be required to provide top-notch member service, but we value work-life balance and limit this as much as possible.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Vacation and sick time
• 401k options
• Profit-sharing plan