Paralegal

Investment Transactions Paralegal

Manulife is looking to hire an Investment Transactions Paralegal to provide legal support for its Investment Division. Based out of Boston, the Investment Transactions Paralegal will provide transaction support primarily in the private equity and private placement areas of the company.  In addition, the incumbent will provide support on legal and regulatory matters relating to public and private debt and equity investment transactions, real estate acquisitions and dispositions, third party initiatives and various company projects on a global basis.  

Position Responsibilities:

• Understand concepts of investment transactions.

• Compile deal documents and other information and obtain signatures.

• Complete private equity fund subscription documents and coordinate the provision of supporting “know-your-client” documentation with outside counsel and administrative agents.

• Support company real estate acquisitions and dispositions, and various investment funds involving Manulife/John Hancock’s mortgage and real estate portfolio.

• Create, review and revise documents required to support various investment subsidiaries.

• Assist in transaction management by tracking deadlines and outstanding matters.

• Supports project-based initiatives relating to investment portfolio.

Required Qualifications:

• Paralegal certificate and/or bachelor’s degree plus demonstrated experience with law firm or corporate law department required.

• 2-5  years’ experience in a law firm or corporate legal department preferred.

• Must be a Notary Public or must be able to become a Notary Public.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must be a self-starter, detail oriented, highly organized, possess excellent analytical skills, demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, and be able to work independently on multiple, simultaneous assignments with minimal supervision.

• Must be able to work collaboratively with paralegals, lawyers, administrative assistants and clients on transactions, department projects and initiatives.

• Proficient in the use of knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, Adobe and redlining.

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

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About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.

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If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact recruitment@manulife.com for the salary range for your location. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

Manulife/John Hancock offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension/401(k) savings plans and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in the U.S. includes up to 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days, 150 hours of vacation, and 40 hours of sick time (or more where required by law) each year, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence.

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