Paralegal
RBC
Job Description
What is the opportunity?
The Global Asset Management (GAM) legal team is looking to staff a Paralegal role located in London supporting RBC BlueBay’s investment management business.
What will you do?
- Support and assist on a variety of legal matters concerning RBC BlueBay’s investment management business, including but not limited to:
- Monitoring regulatory developments, producing a monthly regulatory report and related board and committee packs, and coordinating with the business to compile relevant updates and responses;
- Assisting with the drafting and reviewing of client agreements, such as rebate, distribution and platform agreements;
- Assisting in the review of a range of other commercial agreements;
- Support responses to client due diligence and RFPs;
- Providing initial research and support on legal issues related to business initiatives;
- Assist in managing documentation and signing for certain transaction closings;
- Maintain repositories for a range of documents including executed agreements.
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have
- Basic understanding or willingness to develop knowledge of UK and EU legal and regulatory matters relevant to asset management.
- Demonstrate a proactive and enthusiastic approach to tasks, while maintaining attention to detail and a methodical mindset.
- Set high standards of performance for self and strive to meet objectives. Act with integrity and within both the spirit and the letter of RBC BlueBay's principles, policies and procedures.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Consider own role within the commercial context and focus on the client. Respect obligations to internal and external clients and investors and treats clients fairly.
Nice-to-have
- Some prior experience in financial services in particular in asset management would be advantageous.
- Prior experience in a Paralegal or similar role would be advantageous.
- Additional language skills.
What is in it for you?
We thrive on the challenge to be our best - progressive thinking to keep growing and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
- A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses, flexible benefits and competitive compensation
- Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
- Opportunities to work with the best in the field
- Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
- A world-class training program in financial services
- Flexible working options fully supported.
Job Skills
Communication, Confidentiality, Contract Review, Detail-Oriented, Document Management, Group Problem Solving, Interpersonal Relationships, Legal Practices, Long Term PlanningAdditional Job Details
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