Paralegal

Who We Are

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. (“Oppenheimer”) is a leading middle-market investment bank and full service broker-dealer. With roots tracing back to 1881, the Company is engaged in a broad range of activities in the financial services industry, including retail securities brokerage, institutional sales and trading, investment banking (both corporate and public finance), equity & fixed income research, market making, trust services and investment advisory and asset management services.

Job Description

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. is seeking a Paralegal to join our Legal Department in New York and will report directly to the Senior Paralegal. The ideal candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, work independently, and demonstrate strong relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, which includes but not limited to the creation, maintenance and editing of documents, spreadsheets, files, and presentations
• Work closely with litigators to prepare for hearings
• Prepare memos, pleadings, letters and other documentation as required
• Conduct document production in arbitration and regulatory matters
• Recordkeeping, including electronic and paper document and file management
• Work closely and collaborate with various departments within the firm
• Prioritize daily work, track progress of projects and deadlines, answer phones, take messages and schedule appointments
• Assist in coordinating meetings including travel arrangements, ordering meals, lunch arrangements, meeting room preparation, and invitations
• Actively participate in Zoom and in-person hearings
• Participate in Ad hoc project work assigned by executives
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or related field preferred
• Possess a high degree of proficiency with technology including MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and Zoom/WebEx
• Must be a team player with an energetic, positive disposition seeking growth and opportunity to expand the role
• Must be able to maintain the highest level of confidentiality, discretion and professional integrity
• Demonstrate strong accuracy and thoroughness in all facets of daily work and possess superb organizational skills
• Able to interface and articulate well with all levels of employees, management and clients in a highly professional, timely and friendly manner
• Able to meet designated deadlines and work effectively in a pressurized environment
• Able to handle regular activities without prompting
• Must exhibit a high degree of motivation, sense of urgency and professional demeanor
  
  

Compensation

For job postings in New York City, Oppenheimer is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. This salary range is specific to the City of New York and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making salary decisions including but not limited to your skills, qualifications, experience, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range is $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 at the time of this posting. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as discretionary bonus.