Paralegal, Capital Markets, Law Group (London) London
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Paralegal – GG09
What is the opportunity?
- Working within the RBC Capital Markets’ European Law Group team based in London.
- Primary focus will be to support lawyers in their coverage of a broad range of matters that primarily arise in connection with RBC’s European Capital Markets businesses (Global Investment Banking and Markets).
What will you do?
- Work will include drafting and negotiation of standard form agreements as well as assisting with broader projects and initiatives (e.g. research, regulatory initiatives and reviews, product development and process improvements).
- The main legal documents/materials will include:
- Confidentiality Agreements
- Engagement Letters
- Hold harmless letters
- Release letters
- PoAs
- Disclaimers
- Data agreements
- Broker terms
- Research agreements
- Terms of Business
- Assist with maintenance and review of applicable standard forms, guidelines, policies and procedures.
- Perform legal and factual research.
- Assist with broader projects and initiatives, including jurisdictional reviews, regulatory initiatives, product development and process improvements.
- The role may also involve work with and support to other platforms in Europe (Wealth and Asset Management) as may be required from time to time to enhance the Law Group support regionally as well as Law Group colleagues in Canada, US and Asia.
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have
- Experience of investment banking and/or global markets businesses through previous work at a financial institution or international law firm is required and will provide an essential foundation for the role.
- Experience of documentation review and negotiation for Capital Markets businesses.
- Understanding of core Capital Markets products and services and key legal and regulatory issues impacting Capital Markets.
- Preference is for candidates to hold a high grade law degree (or if not a law degree then a degree of similar standing together with post-graduate law conversion).
- Strong negotiation and analytical skills with attention to detail. Excellent written, interpersonal and communication skills. IT skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook and other applications.
- Highly motivated, pro-active and efficient team player who contributes to the continuous improvement of the Law Group. Results oriented, well organised and with ability to prioritise.
- French / German/ Spanish language may be beneficial.
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.
- Legal qualification training may be considered in the future for a successful candidate if appropriate, but would be subject to high levels of performance being evidenced and further internal approvals being obtained.
- 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.
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