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About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)
Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment bank of the Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest banking group in the world *.
We support major companies and financial institutions in their development and the financing of their projects.
As pioneers in responsible finance, social and environmental commitments are at the heart of our activities.
Joining our teams means working in a multicultural environment, both dynamic and stimulating, where you will contribute to developing a sustainable economy.
We support employees throughout their journey: you will develop your skills and access various mobility opportunities among the diversity of our businesses in more than 30 international locations.
Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation and openness, where everyone is valued and empowered.
By working every day in the interest of society, Crédit Agricole CIB aligns with the Group values committed to diversity and inclusion and placing people at the heart of all its transformations.
All our jobs are open to people with disabilities. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
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*By balance sheet size - The Banker, Juillet 2025
Reference
2026-111967
Update date
24/04/2026
Summary
Global markets paralegal to provide documentation support to the range of business lines and products that comprise CA-CIB’s global markets activities with a focus on its derivatives, repo and securities lending activities.
Key responsibilities
- Assist in reviewing, preparing, and negotiating various agreements and documents relating to capital markets transactions focused primarily on derivatives, repo and securities lending and also including DCM, ECM, securitization, and strategic equity transactions
- Prepare and contribute to numerous internal reports and systems relating to the management of legal risk
- Participate in training and skill development on market and legal developments affecting covered businesses and products
- Uphold CA-CIB’s codes of ethics, culture and conduct in all matters, including with respect to matters of diversity and inclusion and the identification and escalation of financial crimes risks
Management and Reporting
- Reports to the Head of the Global Markets Legal team in the U.S. Legal Department
- Will act under the supervision of licensed lawyers in the bank’s New York office
Key Internal contacts
- Relevant front office, legal, risk and compliance personnel
- Key External contacts
- Various outside counsel
Competencies
- Ability to prioritize effectively and manage a complex, time sensitive workload
- Sound and ethical judgment
- Professional and convincing demeanor and interpersonal skills
- Creative, solutions-oriented approach
Skills & Knowledge Requirements
- Excellent English-language communication, both written and spoken
- Excellent reasoning ability
- Excellent organizational skills
Desirable/Nice Have
- Pre-law coursework
- Paralegal work or similar work in a legally-intensive environment at a sophisticated business enterprise
- Strong interest in post-graduate legal education or a career in financial services
Pay: $80,000
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