Paralegal

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida, +8 more states.

📋 Description

• Conducts legal research and analysis on various legal issues and regulatory matters.

• Assists in researching and responding to legal and compliance inquiries from the help desk.

• Prepares legal documents, including but not limited to discovery requests, garnishments, subpoenas, and deposition notices.

• Manages special projects as assigned by the General Counsel (GC).

• Drafts, reviews, and revises contracts utilizing Track Changes and the Compare feature in MS Word.

• Oversees and maintains contract databases and legal files.

• Aids the GC in providing legal counsel, guidance, and strategic advice regarding legal and regulatory matters affecting the credit union.

• Collaborates with the GC to ensure that the credit union's policies, procedures, and forms adhere to all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.

• Keeps an inventory of legal matters and supplies updates to the Board of Directors and the management team.

⛳️ Requirements

• An Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience is required.

• A minimum of 5 years of legal-related experience in a financial institution, government agency, or law firm is required.

• Proficient in computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Adobe is required.

• A Paralegal Certificate is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• 25 days of paid time off and 10 paid holidays

• 16 hours of paid Volunteer Time Off

• 401K Retirement plan with up to 6% employer match

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance with various plan options

• Health Savings Account with substantial employer contributions

• Employer-funded Life insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

• Tuition Reimbursement ranging from $4,000 to $7,000 per calendar year

• A robust Learning and Development program that includes an annual professional development stipend