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Overview

Pay Transparency: $32.00 - $46.00 hourly based on experience and credentials

Location Type: Hybrid a flexible work model blending in-office and remote working

Position Type: Full Time

The Paralegal assists attorneys with researching and analyzing pertinent law documents. Key responsibilities include maintaining legal files and databases, scheduling meetings, and coordinating correspondence. This individual may file pleadings, prepare affidavits, assist with discovery, investigate facts, research, and other facets of law. An ideal candidate thrives in a deadline-driven environment with a business focus and openness to new ideas or approaches.

Responsibilities

• Assist in researching and resolving matters of varying complexity under the general direction of an attorney
• Provide general support to lines of business and senior management to proactively identify and mitigate legal risks related to operations, employment, litigation, and regulatory compliance
• Gather information and documentation in response to internal client inquiries
• Assist with resolving a wide range of routine, daily operational matters, including powers of attorney, special accounts, account disputes, and operational matters
• Draft, format, and revise legal documents; proofread for accuracy and ease of reading
• Draft and edit agreements while assisting business units with negotiations
• Assist with researching and directing inquiries related to member complaints to the appropriate business leader for further response
• Collaborate with lines of business to implement workflows enhancing productivity and creating increased efficiencies within the organization
• Collaborate with Suncoast’s compliance team to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and policies or procedures
• Conduct legal research on the Internet, Westlaw, and other resources
• Assist in case management and associated reporting for legal matters
• Maintain accurate and organized electronic files in accordance with established policies and guidelines
• Interface with senior leaders, internal staff, business partners, outside counsel, and vendors
• Manage special projects and assignments as assigned and directed by the Legal Department attorneys
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of current trends, laws, and issues

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, law or a related field (A comparable combination of work experience and training may be substituted for education requirements)
• 5+ years of legal support and coordination experience, preferably with a financial institution, other financial services company, or a private law firm
• Proficient knowledge of Florida banking laws and Westlaw
• Experience with a variety of legal issues and disciplines such as special accounts, Uniform Commercial Code transactions, technology/software transactions, information security, contract drafting, employment matters, M&A, regulatory compliance, collections, consumer litigation, and intellectual property
• Strong organization skills with superior attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize tasks by effectively managing competing and changing priorities to meet required deadlines
• Strong analytical skills to study Suncoast’s operations and business model
• Advanced knowledge of relevant software including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Westlaw
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to interact effectively with members, staff, vendors, and government regulators
• Ability to influence others regarding policies, practices, and procedures

Skills

• Analytics
• Networking
• Project Management

Benefits

• Financial Well-Being: Bonus Program up to 9%, 401K Matching up to 8%, Retirement Planning, Pay Increases based on Competency, Employee Loan Discounts, Flex Spending Accounts
• Wellness: Medical Coverage, Dental and Vision Coverage, Access to 4,000+ Gyms, Mental Health Resources, PTO Wellness Days, Short Term and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Work-Life Balance: 11 Paid Holidays, 3 weeks of Paid Time Off, 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Birthday PTO
• Community Involvement: Paid Volunteer Hours
• Growth: Degree Assistance up to $5,000 per year
• Flexibility: Remote, Hybrid, and Onsite Schedules
• Security: Pet Insurance, Free Identity Theft Protection, Legal Assistance

For more information, including additional benefits, please visit our benefits website at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/benefits

Company Overview

Suncoast Credit Union is consistently chosen as a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace because its employees genuinely #LOVEWORK! Employees flourish in an inclusive culture celebrating growth and prioritizing the community. Chartered in 1934, Suncoast has never furloughed any employees.

For more information, please visit our careers site at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/