Assistant Vice President, Paralegal - SSIM Legal Department

State Street•Boston, MA

About The Position

The State Street Investment Management Legal Department endeavors to provide strategic advice and counsel to its business and control colleagues in accordance with the highest standards of judgment, integrity and ethical leadership. We partner closely with these teams to find strategic solutions for our clients and contribute to the overall success of the firm. We are seeking an Assistant Vice President, Paralegal with the ability to excel in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and help others on the team to do the same. In the role of Paralegal you will be part of a team responsible for supporting State Street Investment Management’s Legal Department, including the product, trading, and client contracting Legal teams. To be successful, you will develop an understanding of the firm’s investment and operational capabilities, service offerings, culture and vision, and regulatory and supervisory landscape. You will need to build and maintain collaborative relationships with lawyers on the team as well as investment, product, client service and operations professionals.

Requirements

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Strong written and verbal communication, client service and collaboration skills
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
Strong project management capabilities
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple teams
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook as well as Adobe
2-7 years of experience in investment management

Nice To Haves

Paralegal experience at a law firm is preferred, but not required
Bachelor’s degree with strong academic credentials

Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to lawyers in the State Street Investment Management Legal Department responsible for investment funds, investments and trading.
Assisting attorneys with fund-related matters, including reviewing investment documentation
Assisting with the review and negotiation of service provider agreements across all aspects of State Street Investment Management’s business
Conducting legal research related to new or innovative products under attorney supervision
Assisting with special projects

Benefits

retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages
paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities
access to our Employee Assistance Program
incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans)
eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans
inclusive development opportunities
flexible work-life support
paid volunteer days
vibrant employee networks