Job Description Summary

Provide assistance and support to the Operations Counsel Legal team in gathering and researching information, preparing opinions and legal documents, and maintaining a legal library. This role handles researching and responding to legal questions communicates to the Legal department from other operational units.

Job Description

Job Summary:

Provide assistance and support to the Operations Counsel Legal team in gathering and researching information, preparing opinions and legal documents,  and maintaining a legal library.  This role handles researching and responding to legal questions communicates to the Legal department from other operational units.

Responsibilities:

• Provide paralegal support services or deliver required outcomes within the organization's established legal systems and protocols.
• Process information subpoenas.
• Implement employee garnishments.
• Provide legal review of client documents (including trusts and POAs) sent to New Accounts department.
• Have knowledge of Estate, trust, and probate concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Use data management systems to access specific information as and when required.
• Prepare moderately complex documents using a variety of applications for technology devices, such as standard office software. Also responsible for gathering and summarizing data for reports.
• Use the internal communications system to access specific information.
• Use the external communications system to access and supply specific information.
• Carry out a wide range of compliance monitoring activities and give basic advice on compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Build effective working relationships within the internal client organization and contribute to the management of the partnering relationship, delivering high-quality professional services within established routines or as part of an agreed project.
• Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. Develop and maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.

Education/Previous Experience

• Associates degree and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in a law firm or legal department in a financial planning, investment management or other financial services environment.

•  OR ~

•  An equivalent combination of experience, education, and/or training approved by Human Resources.

Paralegal Certification is preferred.

 

Education

Associate's: Law

Work Experience

General Experience - 3 to 6 years

Certifications

Certified Paralegal (CP) - National Association of Legal Assistants (NALA)

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Remote

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. 

We expect our associates at all levels to:
•  Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
•  Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
•  Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
•  Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
•  Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates.  When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs. 

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