MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies, providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. We’re united by our purpose to help our customers and each other create a confident future; we’re guided by empathy; and we’re inspired by each other to make a difference in the lives of our coworkers, customers, communities, and the world at large. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible. Join us!
Legal Affairs - Building confident futures is at the center of all our work at MetLife. In Legal Affairs, that means empowering our trusted advisors and advocates to focus on what’s possible while safeguarding MetLife’s global interests. Collaborating with each other and our businesses around the globe, we support innovative solutions while protecting our customers, employees, communities, and shareholders. And we work in an environment founded on integrity, trust, candor, and respect, where new challenges and diverse perspectives are encouraged and celebrated.
We are seeking an experienced paralegal to join our Legal Services Team and provide support to MetLife’s Legal Affairs department. The successful candidate must possess exceptional written, verbal, and organizational skills with a keen eye for attention to detail demonstrating professionalism with a focus on first-rate customer service, strong legal acumen, sound judgment, and ability to maintain a high volume of work effectively. The incumbent will have a growth mindset and agility in learning through collaboration and working autonomously. Experience working at a large law firm or corporation is preferred with proficiency in legal research and technology.
Key Responsibilities:
Collect, draft, and analyze documents providing multifaceted information efficiently.
Respond to requests from clients, external examiners, government agencies, regulatory authorities and/or other parties with attorney supervision.
Compile, analyze and summarize information for attorney review.
Perform document review and assist with due diligence.
Assist attorneys and stakeholders in a variety of projects participating in meetings and huddles.
Prepare reports for management, create, and maintain files and databases.
Work with outside counsel to coordinate activities and review bills.
Point of contact for stakeholders responding to requests for quick resolution escalating complex requests to attorneys.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:
Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple assignments.
Excellent organization and time management skills; strong attention to detail
Proficient legal research with sound knowledge of legal concepts and ability to analyze facts.
Maintain integrity and confidential information sensitively and discreetly.
Work independently with integrity and ethical professional judgment knowing when to escalate issues.
Passion for process analysis and continuous improvement.
Preferred:
Paralegal certificate or degree preferred.
At least 3-5 years of paralegal experience.
Notary Public (willingness to obtain)
At MetLife, we’re leading the global transformation of an industry we’ve long defined. United in purpose, diverse in perspective, we’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our customers.
The salary range for applicants for this position is 59700 - 79600.
Benefits We Offer
Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!
About MetLife
Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the 2023 "World's Most Admired Companies" as well as the 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For ®, MetLife , through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world’s leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by empathy, we’re inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it’s #AllTogetherPossible . Join us!
Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans
If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.
MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.
59700 - 79600
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Insurance
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