Paralegal/Legal Assistant Job in New York 10016, New York US
Mid-sized New York-based registered investment advisor and broker-dealer that manages separate accounts, mutual funds and hedge funds is seeking a Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join its Legal and Compliance Departments. Candidate must have at least 5+ years experience working directly for, or providing services to, a US investment advisor. The ideal candidate will assume a variety of administrative, clerical, legal and compliance-related duties, which include the following:
Providing support to in-house attorneys;
Organizing and maintaining hard-copy and electronic files;
Monitoring personnel registrations using the FINRA CRD system;
Updating Excel spreadsheets and compiling various investor reports;
Researching state, federal and administrative agency rules and regulations;
Working closely with third-party vendors;
Reviewing and updating investment offering documents.
Dealing with a large number of projects at once is a critical component of the opportunity. The candidate should be self-motivated, detail-oriented and prepared to multi-task several ongoing projects. The Firm is seeking someone who will work well in a collegial environment.
Full health benefits (medical dental/vision) provided.