Team Overview:

Our Global Structured Products ('GSP') Group acts primarily for global and regional financial institutions on a full range of transactional, advisory and project-based mandates. Transactional matters principally take the form of structured securities issuances or over-the-counter derivatives transactions linked to a variety of asset classes including equities, indices, funds, commodities, FX rates and interest rates. Advisory matters include issues of securities or derivatives regulation.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and dynamic individual to join our GSP team as a Paralegal. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to grow their legal expertise. While a law degree is not a prerequisite, we are looking for a candidate with a voracious appetite for learning and the flexibility to adapt to a specialized legal field.

Job overview:

• Assist in documenting and closing out structured securities issuances, including personally managing and bringing to a successful conclusion the portfolio of structured securities issuances allocated to the individual. This would include communicating directly with clients and working with the Firm team members.
• Maintaining an index of matters opened and keeping track of their
  status.
• Coordinate billing.
• Organizing standard forms and know how.
• Assist in preparation of template documents.
• Liaise with clients on billing/ admin enquiries.
• Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance
  with our regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Essential skills and experience:

• Previous paralegal experience within structured products practice or
  environment is highly preferred.
• Open to candidates pursuing a second career, especially those
  without a prior legal background but with a strong enthusiasm to
  develop a career in law.
• A good degree from a reputable university and a strong academic
  background and/or experience in conducting complex legal research
  and writing.
• Demonstrated eagerness to learn and adapt to new challenges
  within specialized legal fields.
• Willingness to work past regular office hours as and when required,
  in order to be able to handle the demands of global banking clients
  based in both Europe and Asia.
• A strong team player.
• Strong proficiency in English is essential for effective communication
  with English speaking clients, along with numeracy, meticulousness,
  diligence, and organizational abilities.
• A forward-thinking mindset with the ability to prioritize tasks and
  manage a varied workload within tight deadlines is key.
• Flexibility in adapting to changing priorities and deadlines is a must.
• Exercise sound judgement and have strong problem-solving skills.

Background checks:

In order to comply with regulatory and client requirements, the Firm will undertake appropriate vetting of staff. When applicants accept a job offer, the Firm, 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.