Paralegal
About Armed Forces Benefit Association (AFBA) and 5Star Life
In 1947, AFBA emerged from the basement of the Pentagon to solve a critical need in support of the military. More than 75 years later, our commitment to those who serve and to solving their unique problems remains core to everything we do. Founded to provide military members with a death benefit no one else would, we continue to embrace our mission and deliver benefits tailored to the real-life needs of all who serve today, including active duty, National Guard, and first responders. Providing protection to those who go in harm’s way, we ensure survivor and other benefits are available to all who serve, defend, and protect our great nation, no matter what. 5Star Life Insurance Company was founded in service and carry that mission today by committing to serve those who serve, from underwriting benefits for military and first responder families to providing coverage to the employees that keep our communities running. Our commitment to our communities – rather than the bottom line- drives our business.
We offer a flexible hybrid work environment, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds with 3 days in the office and up to 2 days working remotely each week. This position is in Alexandria, VA.
This position will perform various legal research, writing, reporting, and other duties at the request of the attorneys in the law department. Managed by the Deputy General Counsel or General Counsel, this position provides legal support and assistance to law and, when necessary, compliance business units. This role plays an important part in ensuring efficiency and timely responses from law to their clients and will work with law and internal and external business partners as needed to protect the organization’s interest from a legal perspective. This position is expected to be able to interact confidently and effectively with various levels of management and non- management within the organization. This is an entry level to early career position.
Essential Paralegal Duties and Responsibilities:
The paralegal will perform a variety of tasks depending on the needs of the legal and compliance departments. These tasks may include but are not limited to:
- Researching various legal issues and summarizing their findings
- Preparing memos and letters based on research and initial analysis
- Reviewing, proofreading and editing documents, forms and reports
- Tracking case and statutory changes and reporting on changes that affect AFBA or 5Star Life Insurance
- Attending client meetings- as needed.
- Researching legislative histories.
- Researching corporate structures and when necessary, prepare reports on the same.
- Conducting due diligence reports as needed
- Assisting with document retention review projects and ensuring continuing compliance with the company’s document retention program.
- Preparing compliance reports and assisting with company governance and yearly reporting requirements
- Assisting with compliance project as needed
- Managing law department projects and ensuring timely completion of the same
- Reviewing current law department process and procedures and when appropriate suggesting improvements to the same.
- Managing legal databases, electronic mail and other media utilized by the law department.
- Performing administrative duties such as filing and organizing legal folders, binders, etc.
- All other duties as assigned.
Education:
The ideal candidate will have completed a Bachelor’s degree and/or obtained a two-year certification/degree in paralegal studies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
● Paralegal degree or two-year certification/associate’s degree
● Knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Outlook
● Ability to rationalize, analyze and think critically about legal issues and scenarios.
● Possess strong researching and writing skills
● Knowledge of and experience with legal research databases (Lexis-Nexis, Westlaw, NILS etc.)
● Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
● Possess sound judgment and have the ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
● Familiarity with the LinkSquares contract management system, SharePoint, and the Concur expense management system, helpful but not required.
● Be detailed oriented with the ability to grasp difficult legal concepts and issues
● Willingness to take on assignments as directed and to capably manage one’s time and work schedule
Desired Qualifications
● 2-4 years’ experience working as a paralegal in an in-house environment preferred
● Possess knowledge of the life insurance industry or be willing to learn
Benefits we offer:
- health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- flexible spending accounts (medical and dependent care)
- 401k plan with generous employer match
- paid time off
- paid holidays (12)
- life insurance
- short- and long-term disability insurance
- employee assistance program
- professional development & tuition reimbursement
- career growth opportunities
- on-site gym and locker rooms (Alexandria, VA office only)
- friendly, collaborative culture
Qualified people of all races, ethnicities, ages, sex, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, gender identities, marital status, religions, veterans' statuses, disabilities, and any other protected classes are strongly encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity workplace, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance Company endeavors to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If an applicant believes they require such assistance to complete the application or to participate in an interview, or has any questions or concerns, they should contact Human Resources ([email protected]). EEO is the Law (Link to external DOL site). AFBA and 5Star Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify Employer.
