Paralegal, Global Markets

About the role

Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a rich history and a strategic plan for growth. Our expertise spans various areas of commercial law, making us a trusted advisor to local and global corporations, financial institutions, and governments.

Department/Role Overview

We are currently seeking a paralegal to join our Global Structured Products group. Our team specializes in structured products, offering transactional and structuring advice to leading international banks. The team handles a wide range of structured products, including notes, warrants, certificates, structured bank deposits, and various asset classes.

Core Responsibilities

• Draft deal documents by conducting market research and incorporating economic terms.
• Communicate regularly with clients and other legal counsels regarding outstanding deals.
• Aid in the filing of deals with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
• Maintain detailed records of client deal history and perform crucial administrative duties.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college/university (preferably in Economics, Finance or related fields)
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• An interest in financial markets
• Capacity to work in a team setting and perform tasks/projects independently
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with Bloomberg Terminal or other programming languages is a plus but not required
• Availability to support early operations and work a considerable amount of overtime
• An interest in pursuing law school or a career in law/finance is a plus

Background Checks

To comply with regulatory and client requirements, Ashurst will undertake appropriate vetting of staff. When applicants accept a job offer, Ashurst, alongside a specialist provider, will undertake professional verification and background checks. These checks are only undertaken with consent, and in accordance with our legal and regulatory obligations.

Pay

The salary range for the role is $60,060 to $65,000.