Senior Paralegal

About the role

The Paralegal for the Board Relations Department is responsible for providing paralegal services to legal counsel, the firm’s domestic and offshore mutual funds and operating companies, as well as certain internal committees to meet regulatory and business requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide paralegal support to legal counsel, the firm’s domestic and offshore mutual funds and operating companies, and internal committees.
• Adapt and utilize artificial intelligence tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external clients, regulators, vendors, and all levels of staff.
• Manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing deadlines, and maintain quality under pressure.
• Show attention to detail, accuracy, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; paralegal certificate is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of paralegal experience.
• Proficient with Windows/PC operating systems and standard business applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Willingness and ability to utilize and adapt artificial intelligence tools to promote efficiency and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external clients, regulators, vendors, and all levels of staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, professional approach to working independently or part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing deadlines, and maintain quality under pressure.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and sound analytical and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Willingness and ability to utilize and adapt artificial intelligence tools to promote efficiency and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external clients, regulators, vendors, and all levels of staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, professional approach to working independently or part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing deadlines, and maintain quality under pressure.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and sound analytical and problem-solving skills.

Skills

• Proficient with Windows/PC operating systems and standard business applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe.
• Willingness and ability to utilize and adapt artificial intelligence tools to promote efficiency and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external clients, regulators, vendors, and all levels of staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, professional approach to working independently or part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing deadlines, and maintain quality under pressure.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and sound analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

We offer a competitive total compensation package, including bonus programs designed to recognize and incentivize our employees to do their best every day. Time off programs include paid vacation, parental leave, and a volunteer day to help you stay healthy and connected to the things that are important. Opportunities to expand your professional network within the firm and the community through participation in programs such as the Women in Investing Employee Resource Business Group and the University Ambassador Program.

Pay

A competitive salary and benefits package, including time off programs and opportunities for professional growth and community involvement.

Schedule

Hybrid in-office schedule with hours from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

About Federated Hermes

We are committed to helping individuals invest and retire better, achieving better risk-adjusted returns for our clients, and contributing to positive outcomes in the wider world. We are dedicated to acting responsibly and transparently, promoting teamwork, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace, and considering the impact of our work. We provide career opportunities that enable our employees to grow and meet their career aspirations while balancing the needs of their personal lives.

Contact Information

To apply, please visit our company website and reference job #9761. For additional information, please visit FederatedHermes.com.

EEO Statement

Federated Hermes is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status, or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local, state, or federal law applicable to Federated Hermes. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, Federated Hermes will also comply with applicable government contractor obligations, including ensuring veterans and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities consistent with current federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Federated Hermes will also make reasonable accommodations for the religious practices of beliefs of applicants and employees, as well as for mental health or physical disability needs.