 Entry Level National Security ParalegalLocations: Washington, District Of Columbia Req ID: 3564ABOUT THE ROLEParalegal ResponsibilitiesApply broad set of knowledge and skills to effectively manage complex cases, demonstrating insight into legal procedures, project management, cost efficiencies, and collaborative skills; effectively identify, promote, and apply technologies to maximize efficiency in carrying out assignments.Manage complex cases; develop relationships, internally and externally, to gather data and information and to create networks of relevant resources and services.Manage multiple concurrent projects and prioritize assignments appropriately; determine and implement effective organizational and procedural methods.Review and analyze documents and data, perform procedural and factual research with understanding of client, matter, and business needs; provide insightful analysis, recommendations, and solutions to further case objectives.Create and maintain, or oversee maintenance of, files, documents, and data.Prepare and edit a range of written materials, including correspondence, memoranda, drafts of legal documents, and factual analyses.Oversee and provide guidance to other paralegals and temporary staff, as needed, through training and mentoring; provide feedback as appropriate on performance.Comply with administrative requirement to meet billable expectations; prepare and release timenotes on a daily basis; prepare and submit timecards on a weekly basis.National Security ResponsibilitiesDraft articles, alerts, and other thought leadership on wide spectrum of national security issues, including economic sanctions, foreign direct investment, foreign influence, export controls, and cyber security.Assist with client matters related to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (“CFIUS”), such as required filings with CFIUS and general research.Assist with client matters related to the Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”), such as filing and tracking license applications filed with OFAC.Draft and distribute weekly news bulletin of articles related to sanctions, export controls, critical technologies, cybersecurity, CFIUS and Foreign Agents Registration Act (“FARA”).Perform miscellaneous tasks and research projects as directed by attorneys by navigating online platforms and other resources.Track and monitor progress of projects and provide regular status reports; assist other practice areas with paralegal tasks as assigned.ABOUT YOUBachelor’s Degree and strong academic record required.Ability to work independently and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.Strong sense of accountability, taking ownership over projects and responsibilities and resolving issues proactively.Ability to follow complex instructions with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.Ability to work concurrently on a variety of projects, and work effectively under pressure.Ability to research, analyze, synthesize, and communicate large amounts of complex data.Excellent writing skills and communication skills.Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships that further teamwork and client service objectives.Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet business and client needs.Flexibility to travel may be required. |
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