Dear Readers, there is Vacancy for the Post of law Graduate with Company Secretary at Duff &
Phelps. Please go through below for further details and requirements.
About Duff & Phelps
Duff
& Phelps is the premier global valuation and corporate finance advisor with
expertise in complex valuation, disputes and investigations, M&A,
restructuring, and compliance and regulatory consulting.
Our
professionals balance analytical skills, deep market insight and independence
to help our clients make sound decisions. As an organization, we think
globally—and encourage our people to do the same. That means when you take your
place on our team, you’ll discover a supportive and collaborative work
environment that enables you to excel. If you’re ready to share your
perspective with the world, make a real impact at Duff & Phelps. Find out
how our approach will change everything for YOU.
Duff and Phelps is looking at an Analyst – Corporate Paralegal who
will collaborate closely with our attorneys and internal firm services
colleagues, business colleagues, outside counsel and vendors, assisting with
the management of documents, invoices, e-billing, filings, records and
information associated with corporate entity maintenance, discovery, the
contracting and proposal processes, and corporate transactions. The role is
required to possess a high degree of responsibility, energy, intelligence and
maturity. You will perform assigned tasks with accountability, independence,
judgment and meticulousness. The role will focus primarily on the following
four main subject matter areas; corporate governance, subpoenas and litigation,
legal technology and transactions.
Join
our team and together we'll power the sound decisions that enhance value -
yours and ours.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the main
custodian for corporate records and minute books, including annual entity
management and ad-hoc requests (i.e. annual meetings, director &
officer appointments).
- Work with outside
vendors and internal firm service groups to assist with corporate filings,
such as annual returns, secretary of state and business license
filings.
- Assist with the
preparation, execution and maintenance of documents associated with
corporate transactions and the global D&P corporate structure.
- Assist with
information requests (i.e. RFPs related to client engagements) and
maintain responsibility for the filing of contracts.
- Serve as the key
execution resource for invoice and law firm payables management through
our e-billing system.
- Managing responses
to discovery requests, including managing the preservation and hold order
process, working with counsel, business colleagues and technology
department colleagues to conduct collection and production of responsive
materials.
- Manage hold order
catalogue to ensure continued compliance with timelines.
- Collaborate with
internal firm service groups (i.e. IT, Human Capital) and technology
vendors to establish tracking systems for custodians and automated hold
order tracking.
- Assist with
execution and maintenance of companywide policies and procedures related
to discovery responses.
- Assist in
implementing and improving the Legal Department’s use of technology.
- Leverage technology
to increase productivity, response time and efficiency of the group.
- Perform file
management and maintenance.
- Assist in the
documentation processes for co-investment opportunities.
- Liaise with D&P
finance organization to handle local regulatory compliance issues related
to merchant banking entity and other India entities.
- Handle local policy
related compliance certifications and policies.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
in a law or business related field with Company Secretary education
preferred
- Strong PC Skills,
Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with
discovery processes and associated technology platforms, including ESI
searches and other e-discovery tools.
- Familiarity with
and understanding of corporate records, such as certificates of formation,
operating agreements, minutes and resolutions.
- Ability to work
independently and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Must be capable of
operating in tandem with colleagues in a highly collaborative fashion and
execute assigned tasks with precision, thoughtfulness and attention to
detail.
- Strong verbal and
written communication skills
In order to be considered for a position
at Duff & Phelps, you must formally apply via https://careers.duffandphelps.jobs/
