Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP (including its associated entities) is an elite global law firm with world-class practices across the board. Clients know they can rely on us for their most challenging legal and business matters. From offices in the world’s key financial centers and political capitals, our more than 1,000 lawyers collaborate seamlessly to deliver exceptional service, sophisticated advice and creative, practical solutions.
Assistant Manager, Corporate Paralegals
Monday through Friday, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm (overtime as required)
Davis Polk is currently seeking an entry-level Corporate Paralegal for our Sponsor Finance group. The Sponsor Finance Paralegal provides a vital role in gathering, organizing and updating the documents in the Sponsor Finance group’s client collections and databases. This role will also assist in the development of new resources to be used for both internal- and external-facing projects, as well as utilizing the firm’s generative AI tools to improve our attorneys’ workflows.
Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Maintain and update the group’s precedent bank collections and discrete topical databases
- Coordinate with various internal teams, including Business Development and Web Services, to ensure materials online are accurate and complete
- Update and track status of all deals, noting missing documentation
- Assist with producing and disseminating periodic group updates and news alerts
- Assist with the updating and production of training materials for our associates
- Write, test and publish prompt libraries and generative AI powered tools
- Assist the Sponsor Finance team with various tasks such as entity formation, amendment and dissolution, closing matters, corporate documents, various agreements, factual research and other related tasks
- Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines
- Must be punctual and reliable
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and other applications as needed; experience with prompt engineering a plus
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Must be able to work independently
- Must be able to work collaboratively with lawyers and staff, demonstrating strong teamwork and a positive attitude
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to proofread typed material for typographical, spelling and grammatical errors
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ensure confidentiality of all the Firm’s and clients’ documentation and information
- Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record is required
- No previous experience required
The expected base salary for this position is $60,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, anticipated assignment, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Davis Polk offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.