Paralegal, Capital Markets (Finance)

About the Role

Mayer Brown is seeking a Paralegal to join their Capital Markets (Finance) department in their New York office.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting high volumes of structured note pricing supplements daily, to be reviewed internally, and approved by clients and subsequently filed with the SEC.
• Assist attorneys with the closing of securities offerings for companies in the financial, life sciences, and technology sectors.
• Assist in the preparation and filing of SEC documentation, including pricing supplements, term sheets, and prospectus supplements.
• Extensive interaction with Wall Street financial institutions.
• Prepare drafts of structured note offering documents.
• Liaise with attorneys regarding the status of offerings and documentation.
• Assist in major organizational projects, such as public and private offerings.
• Assist with necessary SEC filings.
• Prepare and file DTC Letters of Representation.
• Prepare and file CUSIP applications with the CUSIP Service Bureau.
• Obtain information and certified filings with Secretaries of State and other state and federal government agencies, including Good Standing Certificates and Charter Documents.
• Prepare and assist with the closing of transactions, including the creation of closing files and closing sets of CDs.
• Maintain client files in an orderly fashion and in compliance with Firm procedures.
• Assumes other responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Will be trained in SEC filings, coordinating with financial printers, and using a Bloomberg Terminal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 0-2 years’ experience in the financial markets preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively and in a professional manner.
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment and effectively support demanding needs.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities.
• Must be a self-starter with a high level of initiative.
• Strong customer service skills, able to anticipate needs.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects.
• Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion.
• Exercises solid strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to proofread documents for accuracy and consistency.
• Excellent telephone skills.
• May require occasional lifting of up to 20 lbs.