Specialist, Paralegal II

About the role

The Specialist, Paralegal II role supports the US Asset Servicing business line legal team, focusing on servicing registered and unregistered investment funds, investment managers, banks, and other financial institutions. Key responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and revising legal agreements and correspondence, assisting with outside counsel engagements, and maintaining document files.

Responsibilities

• Support attorneys in providing legal services to the Asset Servicing business.
• Draft, review, and revise legal agreements and correspondence specific to Asset Servicing.
• Avoidance of conflicts of interest and compliance with laws and regulations.
• Process client requests by obtaining relevant information and asking pertinent questions.
• Conduct fact-finding and legal or regulatory research and prepare findings for review by attorneys.
• Support outside counsel engagements, by arranging critical exchange of information and reviewing incoming documents for relevance and proper dispensation.
• Maintain, organize, and update document files and electronic documentation systems to ensure all documents are easily accessible and to preserve and protect confidential client and firm information.
• Prior experience using iManage a plus.
• Communicate with internal and external clients, outside counsel, and other BNY stakeholders.
• Perform administrative tasks as requested such as scheduling appointments, managing calendars, and handling special projects.
• Contribute to achievement of firm and department objectives.

Requirements

• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks and requests simultaneously with efficiency, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and deadlines, excellent organization skills, and ensuring all tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Maintain composure and professionalism while handling high volumes of work and tight deadlines.
• Excellent research, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of legal terminology, procedures, and documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.
• Team player, cooperative attitude, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to function independently.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, self-motivated, and high work standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Paralegal certification from an accredited institution is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working as a paralegal in a law firm or corporate legal department, preferably supporting financial services.

Skills

• Legal research and writing skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey.
• Health, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans.
• Various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time.
• Discretionary incentive awards.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan.

Pay

The expected base salary for this position when employment commences can be found in the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting. Base salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

The Specialist, Paralegal II role is available in Pittsburgh, PA or New York, NY.

Contact Information

To apply for this position, please visit the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting. For more information about BNY, visit BNY Newsroom and BNY LinkedIn.

EEO Statement

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