Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.) · 1 day ago
Paralegal - Markets Business
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expSoftware Guidance & Assistance, Inc. is searching for a Paralegal - Markets Business for a contract assignment with one of their premier financial services clients in Tampa, FL. The role involves providing legal support to the Cross Product Margining and Rates Treasury businesses, managing legal documentation processes, and acting as a trusted partner to various business units.
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Responsibilities
Will be a dedicated coverage paralegal for the cross product margining, Finance and Markets Treasury, and Rates (excluding Finance) businesses within Rates in North America and Latin America
Will provide legal support to the legal team advising the Cross Product Margining, Rates, Finance and Markets Treasury businesses in North America and Latin America
Responsible for providing technical, administrative and junior legal support to the Cross Product Margining, and Rates Treasury businesses in North America and Latin America (the "Covered Business"). The role holder will be required to support the Covered Business on transactions, regulatory reviews and research, including by answering questions from the business relating to contract negotiation status and interpretation of standard contract terms (including related to the Master Repurchase Agreement and the Global Master Repurchase Agreement), to have an understanding of the mechanics of Repo and Rates transactions and to draft standard terms for initial document customization. The role holder will be required to have highly developed oral and written communication skills. The role holder should have a positive attitude, be open to learning new skills and taking on new types of assignments
Providing administrative, technical and junior legal support (with supervision) to support the relevant businesses including management of the day-to-day legal documentation processes
Act as a trusted partner to business, operations, and other functional partners on documentation matters relevant to the Covered Business
Responsible for the planning, execution, and closure of strategic, large-scale, cross-functional legal programs/projects that have significant impact across the organization
Works with stakeholders execute process and systems improvement and efficiency initiatives
Facilitates projects in support of complex matters and may oversee tasks performed by entry or intermediate level personnel
Works closely with internal groups/ teams on sensitive external and internal investigations
Analyzes business records, data and documents, weighing various alternatives and balancing potentially conflicting sources to develop an approach or action
Interfaces with the appropriate bank officers, government agencies & outside counsel
Communicates both orally and in writing (including memoranda's, letters & e-mails) to business clients, customers, internal staff and external counsel, in order to guide and convey the proper tone
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding the firm, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create
Facilitate the end-to-end contracting process not limited to: contract drafting, contract approval process, submission of contract drafts to internal stakeholders for review, managing the redline process with customers and approved contract execution
Manage version control, finalization, execution, and storage of all assigned contracts
Prepare, organize, and maintain files agreements, and other legal communications
Review existing agreements and summarize terms
Review incoming documents/agreements and identify exceptions to approved contract templates and boilerplate
Maintain standard document templates
Work with outside counsel regarding legal opinions, bringdowns and UCC filings
Manage various legal projects and deadlines as liaison to internal departments
Input our results for our MCA quarterly Reviews and managing that process from start to finish
Complete the execution of agreements processes, such as signature, systems (MAM/MAC) after attorneys finish everything else. Also, able to look up agreements and give extremely accurate information on the contents
Able to summarize where negotiations stand or the current status of negotiations proficiently
Strong understanding of best contracting practices and the ability to monitor new developments in contracting practices and processes
Manages programs, processes and/or projects relating to specific legal practice areas
Manages the full project cycle for less complex projects and initiatives that have some impact on results and business operations
Managing the software updating process (MAMS, MAC, or anything new) and be able to test new technology and explain to the team how it works
Qualification
Required
US paralegal certification required
Undergraduate degree (BS or BA)
Strong understanding of best contracting practices and the ability to monitor new developments in contracting practices and processes
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Extreme attention to detail and the ability to accurately communicate data
Respond to contract-related and other requests promptly, and provide effective services or solutions for internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrate excellent organizational and time management skills
Demonstrate attention to detail; refined ability to spot errors and inconsistencies
Ability to effectively communicate information, both verbally and in writing
Ability to work independently and prioritize workload
Ability to work in a fast paced, cross-functional team atmosphere
Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise various tasks
Committed and motivated
Team player
Sound judgement and decision-making skills
Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines
The ability to work independently to analyze documentation status issues, exercise good judgement, present to business transactors and remain resilient under pressure are all essential skills. The role holder will be expected to establish a trusted partner relationship within Legal, the Covered Business as well as other functional partners – notably Risk and Compliance
Preferred
Preference for 5 to 7 years paralegal experience in finance, restructuring or derivatives and securities financing experience obtained at a top tier US law firm or other equivalent financial institutions
Company
Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.)
For more than 40 years, SGA has delivered technology and resource solutions that Fortune 500 organizations, mid-size companies, state and local governments, and higher education institutions rely on to achieve their goals/missions.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Peter Taylor
CEO
Andrew Gallagher - CCWP
Senior Vice President - Strategic Partnerships
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