Paralegal

Brown Brothers Harriman & Co•Boston, MA

8d•$65,000 - $90,000

About The Position

At BBH, Partnership is more than a form of ownership—it’s our approach to business and relationships. We know that supporting your professional and personal goals is the best way to help our clients and advance our business. We take that responsibility seriously. With a 200-year legacy and a shared passion for what’s next, this is the right place to build a fulfilling career. At Brown Brothers Harriman, we believe no job is too big or small for any of us to handle if it helps our clients. We value passionate, committed people who enjoy collaborating with others to find new solutions to complex business challenges. We are looking for the type of person who speaks their mind, truly listens and steps outside their role to add value wherever they can. Someone who is driven to get things done and views obstacles as an exciting challenge that demands a creative solution. Above all, we seek someone who takes great pride in their work and is inspired and motivated by their role in protecting and enhancing our client’s financial well-being. If you are looking for an entrepreneurial environment where you can learn and thrive, Brown Brothers Harriman is the right place for you. Join us as a Paralegal. Brown Brothers Harriman is currently recruiting a Paralegal to join our Office of General Counsel (“OGC”), Capital Partners (“CP”) legal group, which covers BBH’s multi-family office, institutional investment management, private and registered funds and corporate advisory banking businesses. The Paralegal will support the coverage attorneys in all legal matters for the CP line of business.

Requirements

BA/BS Degree
The candidate must have a minimum of two (2) years relevant experience at a law firm or financial institution
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Well-organized and detail oriented
Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills
Ability to prioritize, take initiative and bring projects to conclusion
Ability to work effectively with various internal and external constituencies
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
The candidate must be someone who takes initiative and assumes responsibility for his/her tasks

Nice To Haves

Paralegal certificate a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Negotiate non-disclosure agreements and escalate, as appropriate, non-standard provisions to coverage attorneys; assist in all facets of the preparation of agreements for execution including record keeping of same and document management in accordance with OGC’s policies
Review third party power of attorney requests
Document preparation using approved templates
Manage front office inquiries to the CP legal group relating to amendments to client agreements, exceptions to policies (with coordinate with Compliance and Risk), and related matters
Preparing drafts of routine client facing letters and agreements for attorney review based on approved templates (e.g., client directed letters, medallion signature guarantee letters, family office services agreements, side letters, client engagement letters for Corporate Advisory Banking group)
Preparing investment management agreements for execution, including drafting signature pages and related internal cover memo detailing any non-standard provisions and the proper escalation of the same
Assisting in the review and negotiation of various types of agreements impacting CP line of business under attorney supervision
Assisting in updating and managing CP standard forms and templates
Assisting with preparing and reviewing regulatory filings and fund documents under attorney supervision, including Form ADV and fund documents
Manage and track inquiries and requests to CP legal team, and assist, where appropriate in responding to those inquiries, escalating as necessary to the coverage attorney and other control functions

Benefits

A collaborative environment that enables you to step outside your role to add value wherever you can
Direct access to clients, information and experts across all business areas around the world
Opportunities to grow your expertise, take on new challenges, and reinvent yourself—without leaving the firm
A culture of inclusion that values each employee’s unique perspective
High-quality benefits program emphasizing good health, financial security, and peace of mind
Rewarding work with the flexibility to enjoy personal and family experiences at every career stage
Volunteer opportunities to give back to your community and help transform the lives of others
Salary Range MA: $65,000 - $90,000 bonus plus annual bonus target
BBH and its affiliates' compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing.
BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck—providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being.