Paralegal
Location: Radnor, Pennsylvania
Description: The Hartford is looking of Paralegal right now, this job will be settled in Pennsylvania. For detail informations about this job opportunity please read the description below. Hartford Funds
Radnor, PA
WHY JOIN HARTFORD FUNDS?
Hartford Funds is a rapidly growing fund family with $86.3 billion in assets under management (as of September 30, 2012). We offer more than 50 mutual fun! ds covering all major asset classesâ€"equities, fixed-income, multi-strategy, and alternative funds. Wellington Management Company, LLPâ€"one of the nations oldest, largest, and most prestigious money managersâ€"became the primary sub-adviser for all of our mutual funds in 2012, and we're excited that this change will lead to significant growth of assets under management over the next five years.
Hartford Funds employs approximately 500 individuals in two main offices located in suburban Philadelphia and Woodbury, Minnesota. Our organization offers employees the excitement of working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with opportunities for creativity and growth. Our employees also benefit from the stability associated with working for an organization with a substantial mutual-fund asset base coupled with a long-established business partnership with Wellington Management, one of the most highly regarded asset managers in the industry.
There’s never bee! n a better time to join Hartford Funds teamâ€"
come g! row with us!
WHAT ARE THE RESPONSILBILITIES OF THE POSITION?
This position is responsible for providing paralegal support on a variety of matters to a team of attorneys and senior paralegals in the Mutual Fund Law unit. Hartford Funds’ legal team supports all areas of its business, including the investment adviser, product, sales and marketing, operations and finance functions. The responsibilities will vary depending on the business needs and may be modified as necessary from time to time.
Responsibilities will include:
Conducting legal research on state insurance and federal securities laws
Assist with preparation of product filings with the SEC
Work independently and with other team members to support a diverse client base
Coordinate with business areas to gather necessary documents and other information to prepare and file reports required by regulatory agencies
Assist in drafting and maintenanc! e of prospectuses, and other disclosure documents
Maintaining knowledge of trends in the industry and familiarity with relevant statutes, regulations, case law, and other legal requirements and guidelines.
Assist with and work on additional tasks as assigned
ABOUT THE HARTFORD'S LAW DEPARTMENT:
The Hartford's Law Department consists of approximately 600 people including 170 lawyers, reporting to the Executive Vice President & General Counsel. The Department provides legal and compliance advice to all of The Hartford's businesses is responsible for legislative and other government affairs activities and supports the Company's Board of Directors. The Department is widely recognized for its excellence. It was awarded the 2009 Law Department of the Year Award by
Corporate Counsel
magazine. Recently,
InsideCounsel
magazine recognized The Hartford as having one of the 10 Most Innovative Legal Departments in! 2010 for our approach to intellectual property protection. Recently, t! he
Connecticut Law Tribune
recognized The Hartford's Law Department for its commitment to pro bono work and its use of technology as part of the
Tribune's
annual Law Department of the Year awards.
Qualifications
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Recommended minimum of 3 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree. A paralegal certificate is a plus but not required.
Legal research skills including the use of Westlaw/Lexis and the Internet required.
Familiarity with securities regulatory compliance issues.
Familiarity with filings with the SEC
Demonstrates excellent problem solving skills and sound judgment.
Demonstrated ability and success in an environment with changing priorities.
A team player with excellent customer service, communication, and mastery in planning and organization.
Individual must possess a high level of initiative and be a self-st! arter, self-directed, highly motivated, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Must be detail-oriented and able to work on multiple assignments simultaneously. Efficiency and ability to prioritize are essential.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Excellent spelling, punctuation, grammar, and written communication skills.
Project mature professional image
WHAT IS THE COMPENSATION OPPORTUNITY?
At Hartford Funds, our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay competitive base salaries and reward performance. In addition, you will be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program including Medical, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance, a 401K Plan, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan and more.
Hartford Funds is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
Hartford Funds maintains a drug-free workplace.
Committed to Building Inclusion and Leveraging Diversi! ty
** NO AGENCIES PLEASE **
HIGLAW
Job Funct! ion
:
Paralegal
Primary Location
:
United States-Pennsylvania-Radnor
Schedule
:
Full-time
Job Level
:
Individual Contributor
Education Level
:
Bachelor's Degree (±16 years)
Job Type
:
Standard
Shift
:
Day Job
Employee Status
:
Regular
Overtime Status
:
Non-exempt
Travel
:
No
Job Posting
:
Mar 26, 2013, 9:29:18 AM
Remote Worker Option
:
No
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If you were eligible to this job, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to The Hartford.
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This job will be opened on: Tue, 26 Mar 2013 17:09:11 GMT