MIGA · 11 hours ago
Paralegal
Washington, DC, , US
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expThe World Bank Group is a unique global partnership focused on creating a world free of poverty. The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) is seeking a paralegal to support its legal teams by drafting and managing case-related documents, coordinating submissions, and assisting in research and logistical arrangements for hearings.
Finance
No H1B
Responsibilities
Draft, format, proofread, and finalize case-related correspondence in English, and preferably also in Spanish and/or French, ensuring that the correct documents are attached
Prepare drafts of documents in cases in English, and preferably also in Spanish and/or French, for review by the Team Leader and legal counsel
File submissions and other case-related documents in ICSID’s document management system in accordance with ICSID’s information management standards and procedures
Coordinate and oversee parties’ submissions as uploaded to ICSID’s external file sharing site and provide technical assistance to parties and arbitrators as needed
Acknowledge receipt of parties’ submissions and review for completeness
Track and maintain case procedural details and milestones up to date in ICSID’s case tracking systems and external website
Create and maintain calendars of events (i.e., pending actions and deadlines) for each case and the team
Coordinate and oversee publication of case materials
Conduct research on assigned issues using existing case files and alternative sources (e.g., the internet, online portals, or other databases), analyze information, and summarize findings
Prepare budget estimates for cases to ensure sufficient funds in the case escrow accounts
Prepare letters to parties requesting advances on costs and assist counsel in monitoring the financial position of case escrow accounts
Coordinate with the Secretariat’s Administration and Finance Team on the closure of case escrow accounts at the end of each case and on fund balance refunds when appropriate
Assist with presentations and other materials for conferences and official meetings
Provide formatting (e.g., headings, tables of contents, footnotes), proofreading, editing, and cite-checking assistance with awards and decisions and other documents, ensuring consistency throughout
Prepare translations of case correspondence and other legal documents
Coordinate and review the translation of awards, decisions, and other documents
Assist with the logistical arrangements for remote and in-person hearings in Washington, D.C., and abroad by preparing lists of participants and travel certificates and assembling all hearing-related documents, among other things
Share miscellaneous responsibilities with Legal Assistants and undertake other ad hoc duties that the Secretary-General, Deputy Secretary-General and Team Leader may assign
Qualification
Required
Fluency in English
Bachelor's degree, Paralegal certificate, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 1-2 years of relevant paralegal experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Ability to draft various correspondence and edit materials in both languages using proper grammar, punctuation, and style
Sound organizational skills and ability to prioritize and deliver assignments promptly in a timely manner, with minimal supervision and often under severe time pressures
Knowledge of legal processes, procedures and terminology for reviewing, examining, preparing and processing legal documents
Ability to research, analyze, and synthesize legal and other information and present results clearly and concisely
Legal document drafting skills and experience preparing basic case-specific budget proposals
Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work effectively in a team
Ability to assist team members by performing multiple, concurrent, and progressively more challenging assignments
Fully proficient in computer skills, particularly in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and in using information databases, internet/intranet services, and library sources
Advanced knowledge of and experience with videoconferencing platforms (e.g., Zoom, Cisco Webex, and MS Teams)
Tact and discretion in dealing with senior officials and staff at all levels
Ability to adapt effectively to shifting work demands and institutional directives in a rapidly changing work environment
Sense of responsibility, integrity, flexibility, and positive attitude
Preferred
Fluency in Spanish or French
Knowledge of arbitration procedures is desirable
Benefits
Retirement plan
Medical, life and disability insurance
Paid leave, including parental leave
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Company
MIGA
The home of the World Bank Group Guarantee Platform, MIGA helps draw international private capital to developing countries by providing guarantees (political risk insurance, credit enhancement and trade finance guarantees) to investors and lenders.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Atsuhiro Oguri
Partnership Specialist
Hiroyuki Hatashima
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